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At The Myton Hospices, we know that facing a life-limiting illness can be isolating – not just for patients, but for their families and loved ones too.

That’s why we are proud to have launched our Compassionate Neighbours Programme, a national initiative designed to reduce loneliness and provide emotional and social support through meaningful human connection.

Compassionate Neighbours volunteers provide companionship, friendship and regular contact to people in their local communities who may be feeling lonely or isolated due to illness or bereavement.

Support can take many forms, such as home visits, group meet-ups or attending community hubs – whatever works best for the individual. Each volunteer is trained to offer consistent, caring support, tailored to the needs of the person they are helping.

We are now welcoming referrals for this invaluable new service. People can self-refer, or healthcare professionals can refer patients who may benefit from extra companionship and social contact.

Our aim is to ensure that as many people as possible have the opportunity to connect with a trained volunteer and enjoy the comfort of regular companionship.

We have already trained 14 volunteers to be Compassionate Neighbours and they are ready to support people across our local communities. Their dedication, compassion and commitment will ensure that people will receive meaningful human connection that can make a real difference to wellbeing.

Ruth Freeman, Chief Executive Officer at The Myton Hospices, said:

We are delighted to be the first hospice in the Midlands to join the network of Compassionate Neighbours. Further expanding our services in the community is an essential part of our strategy to extend our reach and ensure all those who need our support can access it, when and where they need it.

We know that social isolation can have a significant impact on a person’s wellbeing. Our Compassionate Neighbours volunteers will provide regular companionship, helping people maintain confidence, independence and a sense of belonging within their local community. We are excited to see our first team of volunteers ready to make a real difference across Coventry and Warwickshire.

If you or someone you know could benefit from the support of our Compassionate Neighbours Programme, you can find out more below!

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