Volunteering for the ART Helpline was an easy decision. Never before had we imagined a time would come when so many people would not be able to be with their loved ones who were very sick and dying – Covid-19 brought this about. This is an opportunity to be present for another, for the emotional chaos that can occur as a precious life comes to an end, to offer a listening ear, and compassionate support. The ART Helpline has a mission, and I am happy to be part of that.
I am so pleased to be part of the Anne Robson Trust Helpline volunteer team and welcome the opportunity to provide a listening ear to others who may be struggling with an end of life issue, whether for themselves or a loved one. I applied to volunteer as I faced the death of a loved one and had no one to share my fears with. The helpline means that no one else need have the same sad and lonely experience as me. Thank you Anne Robson Trust for training me so that I can provide helpline support.
It is such a privilege to be alongside an individual who is dying or with a person who has a loved one who is at the end-of-life. To be able to be there to listen to them and to encourage them during this stage of their life is truly wonderful.
I wanted to volunteer on the Anne Robson Trust Helpline to offer a listening ear for people during the emotional time of coping with a terminal diagnosis or if they are in the difficult position of supporting someone who is dying. I feel that if by listening I can provide understanding and connection, which in turn alleviates their sadness, stress or suffering, then it’s so worth it.
I feel that if someone has a loved one at the end of life they may need someone unconnected with them to talk to and to offer support and a listening ear at such a very difficult time. It’s such a privilege to help at a time when sometimes it may seem there is no one else to turn to.
Just knowing somebody is willing to listen to callers thoughts and fears and encourage them during this distressing time at the end of their life is a truly humbling experience.
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