Macmillan Beyond Diagnosis – Emotional Support Volunteer

Join Our Team as a Macmillan Beyond Diagnosis Emotional Support Volunteer!

Location: Nottingham & Nottinghamshire

(We’ll do our best to match you with a local opportunity that’s convenient for you!)

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Make a Real Difference

Are you a great listener? Do you have a little time each week to offer kindness and support to someone affected by cancer? If so, we’d love to have you on board!

As a Macmillan Beyond Diagnosis Emotional Support Volunteer, you’ll provide emotional support to people affected by cancer. Your role isn’t about creating dependency but rather offering a listening ear, encouragement, and companionship during a difficult time.

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What You'll Be Doing

• Offering emotional support by listening and chatting with people affected by cancer.

• Helping to reduce isolation and build confidence.

• Encouraging social connections with family, friends, and the wider community.

• Supporting mental and physical well-being.

• Engaging via phone, online (Zoom, FaceTime, WhatsApp), or in-person visits.

• Volunteering around 1-2 hours per week for about 3-6 months (or more if you’d like!).

If you’re open to offering additional practical support, like accompanying someone to appointments or assisting with small tasks, that’s a bonus—but not a requirement!

What skills do I need?

No formal qualifications needed—just a caring nature and a willingness to help. Key qualities include:

• Excellent listening & communication skills

• Patience & empathy

• Reliability & commitment

When do I need to be available?

Details

When volunteers are matched with clients they negotiate frequency and dates that work for both of them. Volunteers are generally matched for 6 sessions with a client, though sometimes this is increased for up to 6 more sessions depending on need. Sessions (in person or via phone) generally take place weekly or fortnightly for 1-2 hours.