Volunteer With Us

Volunteers are vital members of our team

Our volunteers brings a unique insight and diverse set of skills. The bring immeasurable value to us, the patients we support and the wider community.

Our volunteers find personal value in the work they are provide They gain new experiences, learn and make friends whilst knowing they’re making a real difference to the lives of local people.

Some of out volunteers have retired, others are employed and donate their spare time. We also have placements for those starting their working lives and are interested in building up their confidence and knowledge of the health, social care and hospice sector.

Roles and opportunities

We have a range of volunteering opportunities available to people aged 14 and up. These include:

Mealtime support on the inpatient until
Research Volunteer
Hospice reception Volunteer
Charity shop Volunteer (various roles)
- Retail shop Volunteers
- Online shop Volunteers
- Warehouse support
- Delivery drivers
- Driver and Driver’s Mate Volunteer
- House collections
- Book collections
- Electrical PAT testing
Communications and fundraising Volunteer
Gardening Volunteer
Collections Tin Volunteer
Events Volunteer
Book stall volunteers (Amersham Market or at our retail warehouse in Harefield )

Areas relating to your experience, areas of interest to you and skills you would like to develop.

Volunteers stories

Volunteering after Retirement – The Unexpected Joys

Jutta, one of our amazing Reception Volunteers at our Inpatient Unit at Michael Sobell House, shared her experience of working…

Suraj's volunteering story

Suraj has been a volunteer at Michael Sobell House since his mother was supported by our team three years ago.…

The value for volunteers

"Being accepted as a volunteer is a gift that I received from the Hospice. You gave me a chance to give something back after you cared for my beloved Mum in her final months. Personally, the Hospice has given me new friends, respected colleagues and a chance to make a difference. We are very fortunate to be part of a very special place.”

"I volunteered as it’s a charity close to my heart, having had my mum pass with cancer when she was only 50. My experience of a hospice was fantastic not only did they care for my mum but they also offered a lot of family support. It was a great day and an opportunity to meet new people and have fun.”

"I really enjoy the opportunity to not only care for those at Michael Sobell but also to learn from my experience and the excellent team there."

Work experience and the Duke of Edinburgh Awards

Work experience

We can offer work experience for those over the age of 14.

We can support the development of young volunteers and shape their works experience around their interests and future ambitions.

Duke of Edinburgh Awards

Those planning to undertaking the Duke of Edinburgh Awards can reach out to us before applying for the programme or following a successful application.

To learn more, please email volunteer@harlingtonhospice.org