Volunteering Opportunity: Inpatient Unit Care Support Volunteer with Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care

Before you can register your interest for this opportunity you must be registered as a volunteer.

You'll be supporting the nursing team at our Inpatient unit in Watford to provide holistic care to our patients and their families.

Opportunity Type: Long-term Commitment

District: Watford

Start Date: 12/06/2024
End Date: 31/03/2026

Location: From your office

Time of day: Weekday Mornings, Weekday Afternoons, Weekday Evenings, Weekend Half Days

Practical Considerations: Peace Hospice is a wheelchair accessible building - we would discuss with you any reasonable adjustments we can make.

There may be some patient moving and handling involved.

Requirements: Will require a criminal record check (DBS)

Requirements (additional): Someone with carer or nursing experience

Suitable for: 18 – 25 year olds, Aged 26 and over, Older People, People with a visual impairment, People with restricted mobility

Suitable for volunteers interested in: End of Life, Bereavement & Hospices

Does this opportunity provide wheelchair access?: Yes

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Full Description:
Are you kind, calm, and happy to lend a hand? We’re looking for volunteers to support our hospice inpatient unit — offering practical help, emotional support, and a friendly face to patients and families during some of life’s most important moments.

What will you be doing?

helping with serving meals and drinks
helping with patient's personal hygiene and toilet care
helping with therapeutic treatments and activities
keeping the nursing team up to date

What are we looking for?

You will need some carer or nursing experience, along with empathy, reliability and willingness to be there for others. We'll give you the training and support you need to feel confident and valued.

What’s in it for you?

😊 Make a meaningful difference every single shift
💬 Be part of a compassionate, supportive hospice team
🧠 Learn new skills and grow in confidence
☕ Tea, biscuits, and plenty of heartfelt appreciation