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9 people are interested
Senior Independence Hospice Volunteers Make a Difference
ORGANIZATION: Senior Independence Hospice
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9 people are interested
Hospice is a special kind of caring that is person and family centered and seeks to provide support and comfort to those facing a life limiting illness. Volunteers play a large role in this effort by sharing their skills and interests in a manner that enriches the quality of life for those they serve. The federal government also recognizes the importance of volunteers in the delivery of hospice services by requiring that Medicare-approved hospices utilize volunteers from their community. Nationally, about 100,000 people serve as hospice volunteers and give millions of hours of their time to serve terminally ill patients and their families. How you can help Hospice volunteers work with patients and families in a variety of ways, such as: Companionship Respite visits Spiritual support Bereavement support Errands and light housekeeping
More opportunities with Senior Independence Hospice
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Senior Independence Hospice
Location:
9600 Colerain Ave., Suite 300, Cincinnati, OH 45251, US
Mission Statement
Our mission is to extend and enhance the independence and well being of older adults and build the capacity of family members, communities and organizations to care for them at home.
Description
Hospice is a special kind of caring that is person and family centered and seeks to provide support and comfort to those facing a life limiting illness. Volunteers play a large role in this effort by sharing their skills and interests in a manner that enriches the quality of life for those they serve.
The federal government also recognizes the importance of volunteers in the delivery of hospice services by requiring that Medicare-approved hospices utilize volunteers from their community. Nationally, about 100,000 people serve as hospice volunteers and give millions of hours of their time to serve terminally ill patients and their families.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
9600 Colerain Ave.Suite 300Cincinnati, OH 45251
DATE POSTED
March 17, 2015
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training