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Haverhill, MA 01830
Late afternoon and early evening opportunities for those who want to be a kind, friendly face to those facing a difficulty journey. Receptionist will greet visitors and families, give directions and answer phones. Volunteer in a beautiful, serene setting abutting conservation land. Work with caring staff and other volunteers who provide a team atmosphere.
Date Posted: 2024-03-28
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Haverhill, MA 01830
Do you believe in the comfort singing provides? The MVH Singers believe in the therapeutic benefit of music and sing for the terminally ill, their caregivers and their loved ones. The group is seeking additional singers who are committed to providing comfort for people on their final journey. Musical inspiration draws from different faiths and traditions. Visiting in groups of 2-3, music is chosen which has meaning to patients. Visits occur at High Pointe House in Haverhill as well as in the towns that Merrimack Valley Hospice serves. The MVH Singers sing as a gift to hospice patients and their loved ones. Rehearsals take place twice a month. Online application is available at this link: https://merrimackvalhosp.vsyshost.com/
Date Posted: 2024-03-28
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Lawrence, MA 01843
Make a profound difference in someone’s life! Come share your gifts, your heart, and your time. We need volunteers who are able to share additional gifts with certification or license in integrative medicine modalities such as: Pet Therapy Art Therapy Reiki Licensed Massage Therapy (licensed in MA or NH) Therapeutic Touch Aromatherapy You will find you get back even more than you give! New volunteer training uses lecture, real life stories and small group exercises so you will learn how to provide practical help and emotional support to those with life limiting illness and their loved ones. At the end of this in-depth comprehensive training, you will receive a certificate and become part of a very special group - ordinary people making an extraordinary difference! Volunteers who visit with patients and families must complete a volunteer training. We also ask that people are not actively grieving a loss.
Date Posted: 2024-03-28
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Flexible Schedule
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Haverhill, MA 01830
JOB SUMMARY: The Greeter welcomes and assists patients, their families and visitors entering the Hospice House. Volunteers working in this capacity answer questions, provide information and direct people to the Hospice location they need, thus creating an atmosphere in the house that is caring, yet efficient. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Mature, dependable and caring individual who has the ability to communicate courteously and effectively with patients, families, visitors and staff. Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of patient information. Greeters must be able to stand/walk for a three to four hours shift. DUTIES: Cordially greets visitors and patients upon arrival. Ascertains patients’ and or visitors’ needs and directs them accordingly. Provides assistance to patients and visitors by obtaining wheelchairs, or other services as needed. Escorts patients’ families who need help to their destination within the Hospice House. Contacts Nursing, Security, Facilities Management, for assistance when necessary. Monitors the overall appearance of the Hospice House’s entrance. Performs related duties as required
Date Posted: 2024-03-28
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Peabody, MA 01960
Patient and Family Volunteers- Our volunteers have a huge impact on the lives of the families that we serve! They make visits in the home, spend much needed one on one time with siblings and patients, and develop relationships that last a lifetime. The families we serve have a child that has a life limiting illness. Opportunities include: Mentorship - Spend time with siblings of a patient. Do art projects, help with homework, play! Support for parents: Help go through the mail, spend time with the children to give mom or dad a break. Major skills needed: compassion, playfulness, flexibility.
Date Posted: 2024-03-28
