Volunteering

Volunteers are involved in almost every aspect at Trinity. Volunteers help to create a relaxed, friendly atmosphere which can lessen people’s initial fear of a hospice situation.

What does volunteering involve?

Giving some of your time
Meeting new people
Making new friends
Learning new skills
Being a valued member of a team

Where can you help?

Please click on the section/sections you are interested in below for further information and guidelines.

Anyone can volunteer

Parents with young children
Retired people
Semi retired people
Students
Unemployed - looking to improve their skills/ job prospects

How much time should a volunteer expect to give?

It is usual for our volunteers to give between 2 - 4 hours of their time each week, working on a rota basis. We also welcome volunteers on a ad-hoc basis and can call on them as and when needed. Volunteers need to be reliable and committed to their role. This ensures that service provision is maintained to the highest level.

When can you volunteer?

You can volunteer during the week or at weekends either in the day or in the evening. Rotas are covered from 9 am through until 9 pm, seven days a week, 365 days a year. If you are unable to make a regular commitment don’t worry, we are grateful for anytime you can give. Perhaps you could help at some of our fundraising events.

Charity Shops

Trinity now has 10 charity shops throughout Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre. A dedicated Manager and a hard working team of volunteers help raise vital funds for the Hospice. They sell a wide variety of ‘pre-loved’ goods, including clothing, books, CD’s, jewellery, furniture and bric a brac. These are all donated by our supporters and we are always looking for more goods and volunteers to help in the shops.
Please telephone 01253 405777 for details of our collection service.

Interested?

Time is so precious, can you spare some of your time to support your local Hospice? If so and you want more information please contact:

Diane Stonier - Voluntary Services Manager 01253 359374
Email diane.stonier@trinityhospice.co.uk

Helen Rogerson - Voluntary Services Assistant 01253 359374
Email helen.rogerson@trinityhospice.co.uk

Application forms can also be downloaded and returned to:
Trinity Hospice & Palliative Care Services
Low Moor Road
Bispham
Blackpool
FY2 0BG

All volunteers working at the Hospice must complete a Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) form at enhanced level.