MNDSA is creating a program named Talking Grief, with the hope that we can help to improve the lives of those living with MND. Volunteers will be trained to build skills and knowledge to provide non-clinical loss, grief and bereavement support, by gently exploring common grief reactions and identifying and implementing effective strategies to support people. In doing this, we hope to help mitigate the prolonged grief that can be caused by the traumatic nature of MND. Our training will also ensure volunteers can identify when a client should be referred by MNDSA to professional grief counsellors and how to care for themselves whilst supporting others. The program aims to provide weekly support opportunities to clients and their support network, and will include one-on-one and group chats, face to face as well as telephone and video calls.

Volunteers will need to provide proof of Covid-19 and influenza vaccination. They must also be prepared to complete an NDIS Worker Screening Check.