Volunteer for Good
Our team of over 1,300 volunteers is implicit to the work of the Hospice of St Francis.
They help to raise money, care for patients, welcome visitors, support families, highlight our work in the community and keep everything running smoothly. Our volunteers go the extra mile and ensure that all of our patients and their loved ones receive ‘total care when time is precious.’
Project/event roles Regular/weekly volunteering
Shop volunteers Children support workers
Drivers Bereavement support
Counsellors Kitchen volunteer
Gardeners Massage volunteer
Receptionists Meet and Greet
TikTok volunteer Ebay listers
Admin support Event marshals
Corporate Groups
If you are from an organisation that wishes to support the work of the Hospice, why not call us to find out how your team could help or see if there are opportunities for individual persons.
Bigger teams are welcome to do some gardening, prepare for Fundraising events or engage in our Trading work. You can learn about the care provided, give support to one of the teams and any projects the Hospice may need assistance with and find out more about financially supporting the Hospice, directly funding patient care.
If your company has a specialist skill or can offer to help the Hospice by providing your expert service, do get in touch with our Corporate Fundraiser.
We celebrate the work of our volunteers and show our appreciation through:
- Celebrating Volunteer’s Week; taking place in June each year
- Acknowledging exceptional volunteers and nominating them for Hospice UK or local charity awards
- Thanking our volunteers every time they come to help!
- Handing out Long Service Certificates and badges to those who have volunteered for 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 35 years.
If you would like to find out more about our volunteering opportunities, please get in touch or if you would like to attend one of our ‘in person’ Intro to Volunteering sessions at the Hospice, which are as follows:
Wednesday 19th September: 2pm-3pm
Wednesday 22nd October: 2pm-3pm
Friday 14th November: 3pm-4pm
Friday 5th December: 10.30am-11.30am
"I realise that for everything I contribute, I receive much more in return."
Our wonderful Volunteering team
Jo, Lisa, Caroline and Kate
Current Volunteer Opportunities
We are looking for skilled and willing volunteers to help with our volunteer opportunities below, supporting the wider work of The Hospice of St Francis.
We support equal access and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives.
Volunteers are at the heart of the Hospice. There are 5 volunteers for every staff member
Free training and education courses available for all volunteers
John, from Chesham, is a civil servant and has been volunteering at the bookshop since June 2020.
Our Chapter Two bookshop has had a fantastic influx of volunteers since they re-opened their doors in April!
Read more of John's story
I have a great loyalty to the Hospice – I’ll defend it to the end. It’s about belonging and being part of a loving caring place. I feel everybody here is my friend.”
Jackie started volunteering with the Hospice in 1979
Read more of Jackie's story
Ready to volunteer and be part of The Hospice of St Francis?
Begin your volunteering journey with us:
- Unsure what you want to do, or wish to talk over the options available? Then give us a call on 01442 869550; email volunteering@stfrancis.org.uk or book onto one of our Introduction to Volunteering sessions.
- Seen a role that interests you? Then complete our application form.
- Our friendly volunteering team will contact you to talk you through the next steps and arrange relevant training for the role you're interested in.
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You will be invited to a Hospice induction session and have the opportunity to try some taster shifts/a settling in period to make sure the role is right for you!
Why Volunteer?
The reasons why people volunteer are varied and many.
You may want to volunteer in memory of a loved one or you could be wanting to support the local community. Whatever the reason, get in touch to discuss volunteering and the kind of role you might like to do.
“The Hospice cared so wonderfully for my Mother. Volunteering lets me give something back.”
“I took early retirement from work. I initially joined the fundraising committee, progressed to my choice of gardening and then into the finance office as well! The voluntary work eased my path into retirement as I had no time for hobbies when working.”
“My role has given me a greater capacity to understand bereavement and the compassion to care"