Listening support service
Our listening support programme offers telephone support to
people suffering from long-term illness and/or their carers.
Volunteers handle approximately 200 calls per month from people
wanting information, advice or who want someone to talk to and with
whom they can share their concerns and worries.
What does it involve?
Commitment
You can give as much or as little time as you wish, give a few
spare hours here or there or commit to a couple of hours each
week.
Role
Offering information and help and advice over the telephone.
Training
We train all St John Ambulance volunteers, you will first
receive full training and support in the skills needed to carry out
your role.
Locations
The listening support programme runs in the following
location:
The Next Steps
To find out more about volunteering you can complete our
online
form or you can telephone 08700 10 49 50 to be
put through to your local St John Ambulance branch.