No-one deserves to die alone
No one should have to face their final days alone. The Anne Robson Trust works alongside partner healthcare organisations to provide companionship through a network of dedicated end of life volunteers.
About The Anne Robson Trust
Meet Anne Robson
Anne spent a week in hospital. During this time, her family learned in the most painful way imaginable about the challenges faced by the NHS in caring for elderly people – and the impact this can have on patients and their loved ones.
We support people facing the end of their life
Our vision is for everyone to receive the support they need to face the end of life – whether their own or that of someone close to them. No one deserves to die alone.
Let's bring companionship to people facing the end of life
Help us bring companionship to people facing the end of life
£10 could pay for two bedside visits to patients dying in hospital.
£20 could help train volunteers to comfort someone who is dying.
£100 could pay for 20 people dying in hospital to receive a visit
The power of our partnerships
Far too many people face the end of their life in isolation. Working alongside our healthcare partners, we are proud that thousands of patients and their families have been supported.
What we do
"If we can make a difference to even a few people facing the end of life – and help them to get as close as possible to a ‘good’ death – it makes it all worthwhile.” - Liz Pryor MBE, Founder
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How you can help
Whether through donations, fundraising, or volunteering, your support helps us bring comfort and companionship to those facing the end of life.
Make a donation
Whether through donations, fundraising, or volunteering, your support helps us bring comfort and companionship to those facing the end of life.
Fundraise for us
The funds you raise enable us to provide support to those nearing life’s end, ensuring they don’t face it alone. From big to small, fundraising can suit everyone.
Volunteer
We partner with healthcare organisations to deliver compassionate support quickly to those in need. Are you interested in volunteering with one of these dedicated teams?
Inspiring stories
“Thank you to all the volunteers for visiting Dad and spending time with him. The work you all undertake is very important and is a great comfort to family and friends as it is not always possible to be with Dad all day. Dad was sleeping peacefully most of the time and I am grateful that he ended his last few days this way. Thank you for all your kindness.”
Family member
Mid Cheshire Hospital
“As a family we have been overwhelmed by the support we have been given by the Butterfly team. Every single volunteer has been an absolute angel and made this very sad time so much easier. From the bottom of our hearts we would like to thank you so much. The hub has been so peaceful and comforting for us. Love to everyone who makes this happen.”
Family member
Princess Alexandra Hospital
“I chatted to the patient's two daughters, who had been sitting with their mum for the past five days. They asked lots of questions about the death process and what was happening. I gave them a booklet and talked to them about what might happen. The family were very happy with their mum's care.”
Butterfly Volunteer
Northwick Park Hospital
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Facing the end of life without companionship can feel overwhelming. The Anne Robson Trust was founded to provide support, comfort and compassion for those nearing the end of life, and those closest to them. Through our network of trained volunteers, our partnerships with NHS hospitals, Community Trusts, and Hospices, along with the generosity of our donors, we can bring comfort, dignity, and peace to people in their final days.