About North West Hospice
The North West Hospice provides specialist palliative care services for people living with life-limiting illness in our community. We cover Sligo, Leitrim, South Donegal and West Cavan.
What's Involved
The volunteer will provide gentle, non-treatment based massage/reflexology in their own clinic to enhance the overall well-being of a person living with a life limiting illness and/or their carer.
What's required for this position
The volunteer will need to be qualified, insured and experienced for this role. They need to feel comfortable and be sensitive around people living with a life limiting illness and able to work alongside hospice staff. They need to provide resources and have a friendly and courteous manner at all times.
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: 1 year
Hours required: 2hrs
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
In the catchment area of North West Hospice: e.g. in or near Tubbercurry, Carrick on Shannon, Ballyshannon, Manorhamilton,
Other location details:
Tubbercurry, Carrick on Shannon, Ballyshannon, Manorhamilton
Screening details for this role:
- Garda Vetting
- Informal Interviews
- References
- Application Form
- Identification Check (photo ID etc…)
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Initial induction and training
- Reimbursement of expenses
- Insurance cover
- Ongoing training opportunities
Age restrictions:
Over 21
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
Their presence and skill will support North West Hospice mission, they become part of the team and enhance directly a persons quality of life
Getting there
in persons own home
