Cornwall Hospice Care Young Volunteers

Cornwall Hospice Care welcomes young volunteers aged 14 and over who want to do something worthwhile, build confidence and gain new skills. The role is open to young people who would like work experience, are completing a Duke of Edinburgh Award, or simply want a challenge while supporting a local charity.

Young volunteers can take part in a range of activities across the charity, including helping in shops as retail assistants, greeting visitors in a donation centre, supporting gardening projects at one of the hospices, and occasionally helping at fundraising events. Tasks may include creating shop window displays, speaking to customers, sorting donations, tidying garden areas and helping to marshal events.

Volunteering also offers training and support in the role, along with the chance to learn practical skills such as stock control, merchandising, teamwork, customer service and health and safety. Cornwall Hospice Care says young volunteers can also build self-confidence, make friends and receive recognition through YV awards when they reach certain volunteering milestones.