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20 people are interested
Hospice Patient Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Alabama Hospice Care of Birmingham & Tuscaloosa
Please visit the new page to apply.
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20 people are interested
**Looking for indivudals that will sit with Hospice patients while cargiver runs errands. Volunteer isn't required to administer meds, bath, change or feed the patient**
Volunteer will provide companionship while caregiver is away. Up to 2 hours a day, if needed.
Caring for the terminally ill is a labor of love that requires a special person with just the right touch. If you have a passion for helping others, consider becoming a hospice volunteer. You can make a profound difference in the lives of patients and their loved ones. We welcome volunteers from all walks of life. Whether you contribute your time and talents directly with patients or prefer to work behind the scenes, we invite you to become a member of a dedicated group of compassionate caregivers who serve as vital members of our hospice team.
Requirements - Must pass a background and drug screen Must be CPR certified or our company can certify you
More opportunities with Alabama Hospice Care of Birmingham & Tuscaloosa
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Alabama Hospice Care of Birmingham & Tuscaloosa
Location:
7127 Gadsden Highway, Suite 207, Birmingham, AL 35173, US
Mission Statement
OUR PURPOSE
It’s all about helping people.
OUR MISSION
We provide exceptional care and unparalleled service to patients and families who have placed their trust in us.
OUR VISION
We will improve the quality of life in the United States by transforming the delivery of healthcare services
Description
What is hospice?
Hospice provides comfort and support to patients and families facing the final stages of a terminal illness. The goal of our program is to help your loved one live comfortably, with dignity, when a cure is no longer possible. Our team of specially trained professionals delivers expert medical care, pain management and emotional and spiritual support tailored to the needs of your loved one. Counseling and bereavement support services are available to families before and after a patient’s death.
Does hospice mean we are giving up?Hospice is about making every day count. When a patient is admitted to hospice, it usually means there is no further curative treatment to offer. As clinicians and caregivers to hospice patients, our focus shifts to improving quality of life. Medical treatment continues to address all of the patient’s symptoms, with a special emphasis on controlling your loved one’s pain and discomfort.
What should I tell my loved one?Our hospice professionals are here to answer your questions about the dying process. We encourage families to be honest with patients about a terminal prognosis. Though it may be difficult, this is the time for you and your loved one to discuss important family issues that should be resolved. Don’t be afraid to be honest with your loved one and say the things that need to be said.
When is the appropriate time to call hospice?Hospice care is designed to maximize quality, relationships and experiences at the end of a patient’s life. When a patient is told there is no further curative treatment, a referral to hospice should be made.
We deliver high-quality care and so much more.
At LHC Group, we’re here for you - day or night. We are dedicated to providing exceptional hospice care that supports the choices made by you and your family and empowers you to live with dignity and peace during the final stages of life. As a leader in post-acute care, we partner with the nation’s leading hospitals and health systems to bring a seamless, patient-centered continuum of care to the communities we serve.
Hospice patients are admitted within 24 hours of referral and are treated by a specially trained team of professionals. Our commitment to compassionate care and service excellence influences every facet of our hospice program. As a result, our family satisfaction rates exceed 90 percent.
Comfort. Compassion. Dignity. Respect. This is hospice care at home.
Hospice care teamOur interdisciplinary approach to hospice care includes a team of medical directors, nurses, social workers, counselors and trained volunteers. We work with patients and families to create a personalized plan of care, helping to ensure everyone receives the support and information needed.
Trained hospice volunteer programOur dedicated volunteers are an important part of our hospice team, offering assistance and support to patients and families. Volunteers help with everything from preparing meals and running errands to sitting with patients and writing letters to loved ones. Many hospice volunteers say their experience is life changing.
We Honor VeteransWe understand veterans often carry experiences from their military service that present unique challenges at the end of life. That’s why we’ve partnered with the Department of Veterans Affairs and the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization to offer a pioneering hospice program focused exclusively on the needs of America’s veterans and their families.
Bereavement supportOur bereavement support services can help you and your loved ones recognize feelings of grief and loss and put them in perspective. The experience of sharing with others who are in a similar situation can be comforting and reassuring.
Online care communityA strong support system is crucial to patients facing a life-limiting illness. Now, patients in our care can easily keep in touch with family and friends online through a private care community. We’re proud to offer free access to the CareFlash service. It takes just a few simple steps to create a secure, invitation-only website that allows patients to involve loved ones in their care.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Alabama Hospice Care Birmingham5243 Old Springville RoadSte 101Pinson, AL 35126
DATE POSTED
August 22, 2017
SKILLS
- Healthcare
- Elder care
- Veteran Care
- Bereavement Support
- Community Outreach
- Hospice Care
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 2 - 20 hours a week
- Must be able to sit with Hospice patient. No medical intervention, companionship for patient