Free, one-to-one support for people living with a terminal illness in Surrey.
Helping people live well beyond diagnosis.
The Brigitte Trust is a Surrey-based charity providing free, one-to-one support to people living with a terminal illness, and their families. Since 1984, our trained volunteers have supported hundreds of families across Surrey, offering practical help and emotional support through the hardest chapter of life. We believe everyone has the right to live well beyond diagnosis, and to make the most of their time, no matter the outcome.
The difference we make…
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400Provide 400 clients with support through our services
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5,800Provide around 5,800 hours of in-person support
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100Work with over 100 volunteers who kindly give their time to our cause and our clients
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1,400Provide an average of 1,400 visits and telephone calls to people in need
Our story, and the difference we make.
Watch to see how our volunteers support families across Surrey facing a terminal illness.
Get Help
We offer free support to adults living with a terminal illness in the Surrey area, facing the challenges of conditions such as cancer, motor neurone disease and end-stage organ failure.
We also support families after a loss. Our bereavement support is free to anyone in Surrey over 18 struggling with grief.
Not sure where to start?
If you or someone you love needs support, make a referral and we’ll take it from there. Or, if you’d like to know more first, explore our services and support options.
Our services
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Home visitingA free, weekly home visiting service for adults living with a terminal illness in Surrey. Each client is matched with the same trained volunteer, who visits regularly to offer companionship and practical support.
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Bereavement Support
Free bereavement support for anyone in Surrey over 18 struggling with grief. Client families receive continued volunteer visits for up to three months after a loss, alongside our countywide Bereavement Support groups.
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The Brigitte Trust Presents…
The Brigitte Trust Presents… is a free workshop series for anyone in Surrey, held both online and in person. Topics include cancer treatments, Wills and legacies, and end-of-life planning.
Fundraise for The Brigitte Trust
Every fundraiser helps us keep our support free for people living with a terminal illness in Surrey. Get started with our A-Z of fundraising ideas, or set up your own page through Enthuse.
