Thousands of wonderful volunteers - and Cruse always welcomes more!
All our volunteers must complete Cruse training first, before they are able to work with and for bereaved people.
Volunteer application form
Cruse is a charity which:
- Offers free information and advice to anyone who has
been affected by a death
- Provides advice and support to bereaved people, one to one and in
groups
- Offers education, support, information and publications
to those supporting bereaved people
- Increases public awareness of the needs of bereaved
people through campaigning and information.
Who
comes to Cruse for help?
- Everybody: children, young people and adults of all ages. In 2006/7 there were over 87,000 enquiries and almost 23,000 clients received support.
- They approach Cruse because someone they love has
died and they need someone who will listen and help them cope
with their pain and grief.
Why
does Cruse need volunteers?
- Cruse needs volunteers in the Branches/Areas across the country to help bereaved people. It can be immensely
rewarding work. All volunteers working with clients are carefully trained. Cruse also needs administrators, trainers and supervisors. Whatever you do to help Cruse,
you will be helping bereaved people.
What
can I do for Cruse?
- You can help run a branch or area; this could involve
fundraising activities, organising publicity, administration, or
being part of a management committee.
- You can directly support bereaved people - as individuals, running bereavement groups,
organising social groups, or through telephone
or email support.
- You can become part of a team offering training and bereavement
awareness programmes to anyone who wants to learn more
about bereavement.
Who
can volunteer for Cruse?
Anyone can apply to be a volunteer for Cruse. You do
not need to have any qualifications or previous experience,
but you do need to care about bereaved people and have
time to offer. You will be given all the preparation, training
and support you need. We welcome men and women of all
ages, races, cultures and backgrounds.
What
is the reward for volunteers?
Your expenses will be paid and you are likely to find there is
enormous satisfaction from knowing you make a
positive difference to someone's life. You can also benefit from Cruse training (which can include nationally recognised certification) and ongoing personal development. Every hour of
time given by a volunteer helps a child or adult face
the future knowing that they are not alone.
What
should I do next?
Volunteers working with Cruse must complete training, and those wishing to work with clients must first complete an Awarenes in Bereavement Care course.
You can contact your local Area/Branch where you live, or download an application form here. There is some information on locally available courses here.
National Helpline
This is based in Richmond, Surrey. If you'd like to volunteer to join the friendly team on our busy national Helpline, we need a minimum of four hours a week of your time. As well, you need to be a good listener and there is training provided. To find out more contact Anjula Sharma.
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