We have an exciting opportunity to volunteer on our Inpatient Units (IPU) at Birmingham Hospice, across both our Selly Park and Erdington sites. This is a rare chance to make a meaningful difference within a specialist palliative care setting, supporting patients and families during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.
We are looking for individuals who are kind, empathetic, emotionally intelligent, and committed to providing compassionate support. Successful volunteers will be excellent listeners who are able to engage sensitively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
The commitment is a minimum of 9 -12 months, with one 3-hour shift each week (11am – 2pm) available between Monday and Sunday.
Responsibilities include:
- Making tea and coffee for patients and visitors
- Handing out meals or lunch trays
- Sitting with patients to provide companionship
- Talking with relatives and friends
- Reading, listening, or providing social interaction
- Helping patients complete satisfaction surveys
If you are interested, please attend one of the following information sessions to learn more about the role:
Monday 29 June, 6:00pm
Selly Park Site, 176 Raddlebarn Road, Birmingham, B29 7DA
Wednesday 1 July, 6:00pm
Erdington Site, 76 Grange Road, Erdington, Birmingham, B24 0DF
We look forward to sharing more about this rewarding volunteering opportunity. There is no need to book, please just come to reception at the locations and dates above. If you have any questions, please email Hannah Atkins, Head of Volunteering, at hannah.atkins@birminghamhospice.org.uk.
