- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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7 people are interested
Calling All Male Volunteers
ORGANIZATION: The Community Hospice At Albany
Please visit the new page to apply.
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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7 people are interested
We are currently recruiting male volunteers for The Community Hospice's Camp Erin program!
Camp Erin is a free weekend overnight camp (Sept 22-24, 2017) for children (aged 5-17 years old) that are grieving the death of a family member or friend.
This unique program combines traditional, fun, high-energy camp activities with grief education and support. Campers have the opportunity to remember their loved ones, develop coping skills and enjoy a positive camp experience.
Located at the Fowler Camp and Retreat Center on Sacandaga Lake in Speculator, NY, transportation will be provided from Rotterdam, NY.
60 children attend annually, and we stay in cabins of 5 children, divided by age, with 5 adult volunteers of the same gender (12 cabins total).
Apply online to volunteer for Camp Erin:
2017 Volunteer Application
VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS:
1. Must be at least 18 years of age
2. Must have graduated from High School
3. Must have reliable transportation
4. Must complete a background check
Required events for New Volunteers:
- After completing an application, must attend an in person interview at our office
- Attend volunteer training
- Attend the Ice Cream Social, Saturday September 9th, noon-4pm in Rotterdam
- Attend Camp Erin, Friday thru Sunday Sept 22-24, 2017 in Rotterdam
For more information, please call 518-724-0200
More opportunities with The Community Hospice At Albany
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About The Community Hospice At Albany
Location:
445 New Karner Rd, Albany, NY 12205, US
Mission Statement
The Community Hospice provides free bereavement services for anyone who has experienced the death of a family member or friend. These services are available to everyone, regardless of whether the person who died was a hospice patient. The Community Hospice serves seriously ill people and their families during the process of dying and grieving. We enhance quality of life with comprehensive, compassionate services that respect the dignity of those we serve.
Description
The Community Hospice is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, accredited by the Community Health Accreditation Program. We are part of St. Peter's Health Partners, and are privileged to work with every hospital in the region to provide hospice services. We serve more than 4,300 seriously ill patients and their families a year. Wherever you or your loved one may be--in your own home, in a local nursing home, or in the hospital, The Community Hospice can help. Our special kind of care focuses on allowing patients to live with dignity, where and how they want to live, with the best quality of life possible. We can provide support and guidance for months, not just a few days or weeks.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
445 New Karner RdAlbany, NY 12205
DATE POSTED
August 16, 2017
SKILLS
- Counseling / Mental Health
- Crisis Counseling
- Youth Services
- Bereavement Support
- Community Outreach
- Child Care
GOOD FOR
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Sat. Sept 9th and Friday Sept 22nd-Sept 24th
- Graduated from High, Reliable Transportation, New Volunteers must attend CampErin training/interview