Find out why we'd love YOU to join our amazing Golden Heartbeats and what you can gain by becoming part of the team!
Benefits of Volunteering
Meet new
people
Learn new
skills
Keep active
Make new
friends
Gain experience
Enhance your education
Help your local community
Enhanced job application skill
The Golden Heartbeats are the beating heart of our hospice. We would love you to join an amazing community of volunteers
What to expect from us?
Volunteering is a two-way street—while you're giving your time and energy to our cause, we're dedicated to supporting you every step of the way. We want to ensure your experience is as rewarding and stress-free as possible.
Your Personal Guide: You’ll be paired with a dedicated Volunteer Supervisor who is always there to guide you and answer questions.
Support and Guidance: We believe in ongoing support and guidance. You'll never feel like you're on your own. Our team is here for you, no matter what.
The Skills You've Got... and the Ones You'll Get: Our comprehensive on-the-job training will empower you with new skills and confidence, all while putting your existing talents to great use.
No Penny Spared: We'll make sure you're never left out of pocket. We provide full reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses, so you can focus on what really matters.
Party Time: Your hard work deserves to be celebrated! We host regular thank-you events to bring our amazing volunteer community together.
Showtime: We love to shine a spotlight on our incredible volunteers. Through our recognition and long-service awards, we celebrate your dedication and commitment.
What volunteering can do for you...
"Volunteering brought me love and friendship."
Despite having never been to a charity shop before, Louise found friendship and love when she began volunteering in our Brentwood shop.
"I've got loads of ideas for my garden now!"
Alan was a keen amateur gardener when he began volunteering, but spending time with our head gardener has given him new skills and ideas for his home.
"Volunteering
boosted my CV!"
Ella earned a Jack Petchey Award and a Duke of Edinburgh Gold award for her dedication to our patients when volunteering on our ward.
"Volunteering helped me grow in confidence."
After losing his uncle to cancer, Harry became withdrawn. Volunteering helped him come out of his shell and develop the skills needed to attend college.
Volunteers really make a difference!
5 News visited the Hospice and saw for themselves what a huge difference our volunteers make to our organisation.
Whether you volunteer in our shops, on our wards, or somewhere else, the time you give means we can do so much more for the individuals in our care than we would without the support of volunteers.
Frequently asked questions
Who can be a volunteer?
Anyone can volunteer, you just need to be over the age of 18. Please send us an enquiry!
How much time should I volunteer for per week?
Any time you can give will make a meaningful difference to people that need hospice care - minutes, hours or days!
Where do I sign up?
Please fill out the volunteering form on this page and we'll be in touch with you soon.
Which volunteering roles are currently available?
Please take a look on the volunteering roles page. If you don't see a role that suits you, get in touch anyway, we may have the perfect role for you!
Is there training involved?
Role specific training is given to all of our wonderful volunteers, so that you are comfortable carrying out the role.
