Become a Hospice Volunteer!

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BECOME A HOSPICE VOLUNTEER!

Divine Mercy Hospice is looking for individuals who are at least 18 years of age who enjoy serving those in need within their community. Volunteers can have skills or areas of expertise or just be individuals who want to help their friends and neighbors and serve the community. We can utilize the time and talents of those who answer the call to serve.

There are a wide range of opportunities available for hospice volunteers that can include:

• Support for patients. This can include visiting, reading, taking walks, writing letters, bringing in music, supervising visits with pets, even massage therapy for volunteers with the necessary skills.
• Respite and support for family members. Volunteers can assist with shopping or household maintenance, or allow family caregivers the opportunity to take care of necessary errands and get some time away from the house. Family members also appreciate a visit from a compassionate friend who understands what they are going through.
• Bereavement support programs. Hospice volunteers can work closely with the hospice’s professional bereavement staff in duties that range from assisting as a support group facilitator to serving refreshments and helping with mailings to clients and families.
• Fund-raising and administrative work. A volunteer with clerical skills can serve a hospice by helping in the office with simple administrative duties. Fundraising responsibilities can range from preparing mailings or thank you letters to organizing fundraising events and contacting possible donors.

To ensure that all volunteers are equipped for the challenge of working with patients, there will be orientation and training sessions required. Criminal Background check also required.

We invite you to come join our team!!!