No one deserves to die alone
We support people facing the end of their life and those close to them.
What we do
We believe everyone deserves the comfort and companionship of another human being as they approach the end of their life.
We work alongside healthcare organisations to help them establish and run teams of specialist volunteers who provide comfort and companionship to people in their last days and hours of life, as well as providing emotional support to their visitors.
How we do it
Supporting Healthcare Organisations
We collaborate with NHS Hospitals, Community NHS Trusts, and Hospices across the country to help them set up and manage teams of specialist volunteers
Online Resources
We provide online resources (e.g. My Wishes Checklist) and engage on social media to facilitate honest conversations about death and dying, offering support and guidance through the end-of-life process.
Training and Workshops
We deliver Simple Wisdom workshops to individuals, care home staff, carer organisations, corporate groups, HR teams, and more.
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Meet Anne Robson
This is Anne's story
The Anne Robson Trust was set up by Liz Pryor following the unexpected death of her mother, Anne Robson, and the impact it had on her family.
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Our Vision
Everyone should have the comfort and companionship they wish for in their final days, and the support to prepare for the end of their life.
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Jason’s why…
I joined the Anne Robson Trust because good support at the end of life is a cause I believe in, and the solution is simple
Hannah’s why…
Both my professional and personal life experiences have led me to working with the amazing team that is The Anne Robson Trust.
Nick’s why…
In the final stages of my Mum’s life, she was moved into a Hospice and it has only been on reflection and since working at the Anne Robson Trust that I have understood what a privilege that was in terms of the environment and level of care.
Abbey’s why…
I, like I’m sure many of you out there, tried not to think too much about death and dying. That is until, you are confronted by the situation and have no choice.
Would your nursing and healthcare staff be relieved to know that there was a team of specialist volunteers available to offer companionship and comfort to a dying patient, if they themselves are unable to spend time with the patient as they would wish?
Tap into our experience and expertise. Why reinvent the wheel?
- We collaborate with NHS Hospitals, Community NHS Trusts, and Hospices across the country to help them set up and manage teams of specialist volunteers
- We provide online resources (e.g. My Wishes Checklist) and engage on social media to facilitate honest conversations about death and dying, offering support and guidance through the end-of-life process.
- We deliver Simple Wisdom workshops to individuals, care home staff, carer organisations, corporate groups, HR teams, and more.
We believe that everyone deserves to have the comfort and companionship of another human being as they die, and the support to prepare for the end of their life.
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- £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
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The funds that you raise help us get support to people at the end of their life, so they are not alone.
Fundraising comes in all shapes and sizes – there is something for everyone.
Volunteer
We work closely with healthcare organisations to help them get this vital support to patients as quickly and efficiently as they can.
Are you interested in volunteering for one of the healthcare organisations we work with?
Anne's story...
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.
Anne's story...
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.
Our Vision
To ensure every person receives the compassion, comfort, and companionship they wish for at the end of their life.
Our Mission
To empower individuals, families and carers to plan and receive support to prepare for their death.
Jason’s why…
I joined the Anne Robson Trust because good support at the end of life is a cause I believe in, and the solution is simple
Hannah’s why…
Both my professional and personal life experiences have led me to working with the amazing team that is The Anne Robson Trust.
Nick’s why…
In the final stages of my Mum’s life, she was moved into a Hospice and it has only been on reflection and since working at the Anne Robson Trust that I have understood what a privilege that was in terms of the environment and level of care.