Volunteering: Your Time, their care
Make a difference every day
Why Volunteer With Us?
Our amazing team of volunteers at Tapping House are vital to us. We simply couldn’t function without the dedication of our invaluable volunteers. From helping in our charity shops to supporting patients and families, volunteers are the backbone of our hospice – and their contribution makes an incredible difference.
We have a variety of volunteer roles available all the time. If you’re keen to make a difference with any spare time you have then please consider becoming a part of a community where your work truly matters.
Our volunteers help us in more ways than they will ever know.
Make an Impact
Every hour you give helps us continue delivering compassionate care to those who need it most. Together, we make every precious moment matter.
Meet Amazing People
Join a team of hundreds of volunteers who share your passion for giving back and making a difference.
Flexible Opportunities
Helping patients to live well and cope with any life limiting conditions. So you can live your life to the full.
I felt the need to give something back….
“Considering what Tapping House did for myself and the family I felt the need to give something back…. The staff at Tapping House, especially the fund raising team are always enthusiastic and appreciative of what not just me but what all the volunteers do. If it wasn’t for them being what they are I not sure how enthusiastic I would be.”
Paul – Fundraiser Volunteer
Can’t recommend volunteering enough
“Love.. love.. love.. volunteering for Tapping House. After experiencing the help and support from the staff at the Hospice, I felt I wanted to get involved, and do what I could to help, around hours that suit me. The feeling of volunteering and giving something back is amazing. Helping at events and talking to people from all walks of life is fascinating and very moving at times. Can’t recommend volunteering enough! Try it… you won’t be disappointed!”
Claire Steel – Volunteer
I get to work with a great team
“After seeing care volunteers in a similar organisation, I felt I wanted to do something worthwhile with my spare time – with my years of experience in retail, volunteering at one of the Hospice’s shops made sense. I get to work with a great team, meet new people and keep active too!”
Mike – Volunteer
Our dedicated Volunteers contribute to over 50,000 hours a year. We couldn’t do what we do without their kindness.
Apply to volunteer below
Retail & On-Site Support
You might be a skilled woodworker, a green-fingered gardener, love chatting to people, and so perfect for serving customers at one of our Charity shops. We have a network of nine charity shops, so you don’t need to live close to the Hospice to volunteer at one of our shops. Every sale raises vital funds to support our services.
Fundraising & Events
Assist with community events, campaigns, or collections to raise much needed funds. Whether you can spare a few hours a week or have some adhoc time helping out at our Flagship Fundraising Event – Tulips for Tapping, we have a role that’s perfect for you.
Corporate Fundraising
Throughout the year we’ve many wonderful Corporate Fundraising Events where we always require an extra pair of hands, from Golf and Race Days to our Open Gardens, Quiz Nights and our end of year Shine A Light event.
Patient & Family Support
Offer companionship, help with daily activities on the IPU ward and the Tulip Centre, or lend a listening ear to patients and families in our care. Our recent community Butterfly Volunteer service provides training if you’re interested in become a specialist volunteers who provides emotional support to patients nearing the end of life.
Administration & Office Support
Help behind the scenes with admin tasks that keep our hospice running smoothly, greeting people and answering the phone.
Spotlight On: Butterfly Volunteers
Tapping House is proud to partner with the Anne Robson Trust to establish a Community Butterfly volunteer service, offering companionship and comfort to those in their final days. The Anne Robson Trust works with healthcare organisations to train and support specialist volunteers who provide emotional support to patients nearing the end of life, as well as their families, carers, and visitors.
To learn more about the service and referrals in your area contact Hannah Henson, Community Butterfly Volunteer Project Lead: hannah.henson@tappinghouse.org.uk
