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Lansing and Leavenworth Area! What can you give in 45 minutes?

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ORGANIZATION: ACG Hospice Kansas

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What can you give in 45 minutes? Share stories and/or music, play games, help write letters, give a smile and yourundivided attention.

A mere 45 minutes can change the life of a homebound/facility patient.

What can you get in 45 minutes? A sense of fulfillment and gratitude for the gift of your presence and valuable time, deeper connections to your community, the chance to meet new and interesting people, a genuine smile of appreciation.

A mere 45 minutes can change your life.

This is a meaningful and life-changing opportunity that also provides a short break for caregivers.

The primary focus of hospice care is quality of life through comfort, dignity, and understanding. Whether you provide volunteer services in the home or a long-term care facility, hospice is a compassionate way to deliver care and supportive services to terminally ill patients. Volunteers can make a difference in someone's life by simply being present. You will provide support and companionship to patients and families.

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About ACG Hospice Kansas

Location:

7400 West 132nd Street, Overland Park, KS 66213, US

Mission Statement

To serve with love, providing comfort and support through compassionate care and meaningful experiences. We are with you every step of the way, to help ensure comfort, peace, and quality of life.

Description

ACG Hospice volunteers play an integral role as a part of our team. They provide support and companionship for our patients, allow caregivers to have a break, provide administrative support to our staff, and more. Those with special skills such as haircutting, massage, landscaping, carpentry, music, and photography bring comfort to family members and add joy to the patient’s life. Some even bring certified therapy pets for visits.

CAUSE AREAS

Health & Medicine
Seniors
Veterans & Military Families
Health & Medicine, Seniors, Veterans & Military Families

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Various LocationsLansing, KS 66043

(39.24876,-94.90395)
 

SKILLS

  • Hospice Care
  • Bereavement Support
  • Veteran Care
  • Case Work / Management
  • Community Outreach
  • Storytelling

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • As little or as much as you wish to give.
  • TB Testing and references

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