Companion

Could you be a companion for someone in their last days of life? 

Become a Companion Volunteer and offer the one thing that matters most, your presence.

Whether it’s sharing stories, chatting about life, playing some music or sitting beside someone, your time can bring warmth, comfort and connection to someone who truly needs it. Sometimes, just being there is everything.

As a Companion Volunteer, you’ll provide emotional support and conversation, help people express what matters most to them, share helpful information. You may also support family members or carers, both before and after bereavement.

You’ll receive full training and ongoing support from the Marie Curie team, and you’ll be joining a community that cares as deeply as you do. We’ll never ask you to do anything you’re not comfortable with.

We’re currently welcoming companion volunteers volunteering across the Isle of Bute either as a regular visitor or to be on call for somebody needing support, depending on what commitment you can offer. 

Availability: Up to 3 hours per week, weekdays

Time: Visits arranged to suit your availability

Locations: Isle of Bute 

Criteria: Minimum 18 years or older

What you’ll do: 

• Visit different patients across the Island
• Each visit may be with a different person, offering variety and new conversations
• Offer a listening ear, emotional support or quiet companionship
• Be a calm, reassuring presence

Why you'd be a great be a great fit:

• Caring and compassionate nature
• Patient, friendly and good listening skills
• Emotionally steady in sensitive moments
• Comfortable using emails and completing a brief report after each visit
• Respectful of boundaries and confidentiality

What you’ll gain:

• A deep sense of purpose and human connection
• Training, ongoing guidance and wellbeing support
• An opportunity to give back to your community
• Peer Support sessions
• Recognition for your time
• Travel and expenses reimbursed
• Access to discounts on shopping, dining, travel and more
• 15% discount in-store at our Marie Curie Shops (Terms & Conditions apply)
   

Kindness doesn’t have to be big to be life changing.

Need more information

Find out more about our Companion Service here or contact Clinicial Nurse Manager Lesley Middleton on 07545420248 or  E: companionscotland@mariecurie.org.uk

 

At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone - staff and volunteers alike - supportive, inclusive and rewarding.  We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share.   We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings.  We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.   We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk.   Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you - your experience, perspective and voice.