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Sabrcare — Simplifying Cancer Care

Volunteer in Goa

Give your time. Bring a child a good day.

Join our caring volunteer team across Goa. Our volunteers bring play, company and a familiar smile to the medical oncology ward, and help families with the practical things that feel hard on difficult days.

Volunteers and mothers with young children at a celebration on the oncology ward

Ways you can help

Choose what fits your time and skills. Every role makes a real difference to a family.

On the ward

Play, art, storytelling and simple company for children during treatment at Goa Medical College.

Family support

Help families with hospital paperwork, appointments and government schemes, alongside our patient navigators.

Events and celebrations

Birthdays, festivals, awareness days and our annual raffle. Help us plan, run and spread joy.

Skills from home

Design, writing, photography, social media, or translation into Konkani, Marathi or Hindi.

How it works

  1. 1

    Apply

    Fill in the short form below. It takes about three minutes.

  2. 2

    Meet us

    We’ll get in touch to arrange a friendly chat about your interests and availability.

  3. 3

    Get ready

    Join a short orientation on the ward, infection control and caring for children with cancer.

  4. 4

    Begin

    Start with a buddy on your first few visits, then join the regular rota.

Before you apply

  • You’re 18 or older (younger volunteers can help at events with a parent)
  • You can give around 2 hours a week, or whatever time works for you
  • You’re fully vaccinated and well on the days you visit the ward
  • You’ll respect every family’s privacy, including on social media

Apply to volunteer

I’d like to help with

We’ll reply within a week. Your details are only used to arrange volunteering.

Questions about volunteering

Do I need medical training?

No. We’ll give you an orientation before you start, and you’ll always work alongside our team.

How much time do I need to give?

Around 2 hours a week is a great start, but we’ll work around whatever time you can give.

Is there a minimum age?

Volunteers on the ward need to be 18 or older. Younger volunteers are welcome at events with a parent.