Volunteering at LOROS

VOLUNTEER AT LOROS

Volunteering opportunities

We have a variety of rewarding volunteer roles available across the Hospice, in our shops, lottery department, and at our events.

If you can offer some time, whether weekly, fortnightly or monthly, we would love to hear from you.

Complete the application form found on the relevant vacancy listing. If you have any questions you can read the volunteers handbook here.

Could you be the next member of the LOROS family?

Please Note: All hospice-based roles are subject to an age limit of 18+. 16 & 17 year olds can however volunteer in our shops.

Additionally, all Hospice based and patient facing roles are being reviewed to determine whether mandatory COVID-19 vaccination will be required for these role holders.

We strongly advise that all applicants are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 on application to Hospice based and patient facing roles, if they are able, as a means for employees and volunteers to protect their own health and that of our vulnerable patients.

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Current vacancies

Do you want to make a difference to the lives of our patients? We offer the chance for you to make a real difference to people’s lives and to contribute to the care and support of patients and their families at a time when they need it most.

Volunteer Role

Bag Packer and Collector

This simple activity raises a great deal of money upon which the Charity depends. Without such fundraising LOROS could not operate. This is one of many important streams of income and vital for the charity.

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Volunteer Role

Compassionate Neighbours Volunteers

Our Compassionate Neighbours Volunteers provide support to patients, relatives and carers, for up to four hours per week. This can include spending time with patients in their own home, the community and occasionally attending appointments. Our excellent volunteers offer companionship, support and a listening ear as well as support with hobbies and interests. The service is available Mon-Fri, 9-5.

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Volunteer Role

Complementary Therapy Volunteer

LOROS treats the person not the illness. This holistic approach involves a variety of complementary therapies which says you are a person, an individual, who matters to us. Under the supervision and guidance of the Complementary Team Therapy Team you will provide short treatments to Day Therapy patients and staff.

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Volunteer Role

Counter Collection Unit (CCU) Collector

The Counter Collection Unit (CCU) Collector have a vital role in generating income and raising the profile of LOROS in the community. This is a tried and trusted income stream and vital to the financial health of LOROS.

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Volunteer Role

Day Therapy and Transport Assistant Volunteer

Many Day Therapy patients would be unable to access Day Therapy services without the provision of LOROS patient transport. At the beginning and end of the day, Day Therapy Volunteers accompany patients on the minibuses ensuring they have a stress free journey. This enables patients to arrive ready to enjoy their day at LOROS.

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Volunteer Role

LOROS Café Volunteer

Having somewhere where family and friends can sit, where they can get tasty food and drinks, served by warm and friendly staff sends out a strong message that LOROS cares not just about its patients but their family and friends.

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Volunteer Role

LOROS Local Volunteers

LOROS Local is an advice and information vehicle which travels around the counties of Leicestershire and Rutland. It enables people to find out more about the work of the hospice in their local communities and it enables LOROS to deliver a range of services locally.

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Volunteer Role

Mascot Performer

Lionel the mascot is an animal skin costume who attends school assemblies, thank you ceremonies and a whole range of events. We need performers who are confident in wearing the costume, friendly and interactive with crowds of various ages form nursery to adults. Lionel does not speak, but communicates through his movements.

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Volunteer Role

Patient Transport volunteer

Transport is vital for patients. We need volunteers to collect patients from home using their own cars or alternatively driving any of the LOROS vehicles.

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