From supporting people to stay independent, to keeping our gardens looking beautiful, our volunteers are a vital support across all areas of Mountbatten’s work. The roles may be many and varied, but our volunteers all have one thing in common; they want to support Islanders and their families facing death, dying and bereavement when they need Mountbatten most.

Whether you have a few hours to spare and want to give something back, or you want to meet new people and gain new skills, Mountbatten has many opportunities available to people over the age of 18.

We are holding a Volunteer Open Day between 12pm and 2pm on Thursday 26 April at the John Cheverton Centre, to allow potential volunteers to come and find out more about what is on offer and what it means to be part of our outstanding team.

Volunteers are crucial to our work; we rely on people’s generous donations of time and skills to help us continue to be there for those who need us. We are already fortunate to benefit from the continued support of around 500 volunteers and Mountbatten is the proud recipient of the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Services.

Currently, we are looking for more volunteers in the following areas:

With our maintenance team, carrying out collections and deliveries of items and moving equipment to support people in their own homes

With our volunteer drivers who support people to be able to visit the John Cheverton Centre, particularly later in the day and early evening

In one of our ten shops, supporting our shop managers to provide the very best customer service and raising vital funds to continue our services

On our ward, supporting patients by bringing them meals and drinks throughout the day and evening.

In our gardens, making sure our gardens at Mountbatten Hospice are looked after and replanted through the year for the enjoyment of everyone

In our Sunflower Café, which is open throughout the week, in the evenings and at weekends, offering delicious meals and refreshments to the public, patients and families.

At our events, helping our fundraising team to organise, plan and raise funds to support for our work.

There are other opportunities available, so please don’t be put off if you don’t see something that immediately interests you. Come along to our Open Day and chat to our friendly staff and other volunteers about other roles that might be suitable. In return for your time, we offer you the chance to develop new skills and you will receive training and on-going support, while you make a hugely valuable contribution to the Island’s leading end of life care charity. Anyone who is able to volunteer will be able to start as soon as possible, with induction sessions being held on Wednesday 2 and Wednesday 9 May 2018.

For more information, see our website or drop in to see us on Thursday 26 April.