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30 people are interested
NEW Volunteer Training - Become a Companion Visitor for Hospice - Start On-Boarding NOW!
ORGANIZATION: Heartland Hospice
Please visit the new page to apply.
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30 people are interested
Train with us to offer support to hospice patients and their families. Volunteers have a critical contribution to the hospice experience. Our friendly visitors offer our patients companionship, support and socialization- truly a rewarding experience.
We welcome you to get involved in this excellent volunteer experience. We have patients in your local community, start the on-boarding process today! Feel free to invite a friend to join you at training.
Volunteers offer support, companionship and compassionate help to our patients:
- Volunteers provide a nurturing environment for patients and families.
- Volunteers spend time with our patients sitting, talking, reading & listening to music.
- Many patients are unable to get out and socialize as they used to. Our Volunteers bring the socialization to them and help to decrease feelings of isolation.
We have a screening process which includes an application, background check and in-person training. We work with your schedule, so contact us and let's make a difference together!
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About Heartland Hospice
Location:
Administrative Office, 1010 Executive Drive Suite 200, Westmont, IL 60559, US
Mission Statement
Our Mission is to improve your health and well-being.
Description
Heartland Hospice volunteers offer support, companionship and practical, compassionate help. Some interact directly with patients and families. Others prefer to work behind the scenes in the office setting. As a volunteer, you help determine which tasks you’re best suited to perform. The tasks of volunteers include:
- Helping with office support tasks at the agency
- Running errands for patients and families
- Staying with patients so family members can get a much-needed rest
- Reading, or providing a comforting touch
- Playing or singing soothing music to patients
- Keeping vigil with patients in their final hours
These and other tasks are why hospice volunteers are such an essential part of the Heartland experience.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Hospice patients throughout theChicagoland areaWestmont, IL 60559
DATE POSTED
February 11, 2019
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Verbal / Written Communication
- Elder care
- Bereavement Support
- Psychology
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- Minimum 30 minutes 2 times per month.