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49 people are interested
Veteran Volunteer Program - Sentara Hospice Services
ORGANIZATION: Sentara Hospice Services - Greater Hampton Roads and Western Tidewater
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49 people are interested
Sentara Hospice Services’ goal is to improve the quality of a person’s last days by offering comfort and dignity. Our carefully selected and well-trained volunteers are a vital part of this program, working alongside the professional staff to provide comfort and support to patients and their families. Our hospice volunteers have a strong desire to reach out with care and compassion. The Veteran Volunteer Program, part of Sentara Hospice Services, is a distinctive program involving veterans helping fellow veterans who are facing end of life. Volunteer support to fellow veterans and their families may include:Assist in replacing lost medalsAssistance with veterans benefitsProvide respite for family members/caregiversTransportation to medical appointments, museums, etc.Being a confidantAdministrative support
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About Sentara Hospice Services - Greater Hampton Roads and Western Tidewater
Location:
535 Independence Parkway, Chesapeake, VA 23320, US
Mission Statement
To be the regional leader for end of life care including Hospice and Palliative Care, while addressing the physical, social, psychological and spiritual dimensions of care as an integrated whole.
Description
Sentara Hospice Services’ goal is to improve the quality of a person’s last days by offering comfort and dignity. Our carefully selected and well-trained volunteers are a vital part of this program, working alongside the professional staff to provide comfort and support to patients and their families. Our hospice volunteers have a strong desire to reach out with care and compassion. Volunteer opportunities range from administrative, creative, bereavement support, special events, and other specialty support such as sewing and quilting to offering pet and massage therapy. Volunteering for direct patient care is also available and may include sitting with patient, reading, listening to music, and socialization.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
535 Independence PkwyChesapeake, VA 23320
DATE POSTED
July 31, 2017
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Veteran