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8 people are interested
Veteran Volunteers Needed for Veterans-Helping-Veterans program!
ORGANIZATION: Brookhaven Hospice
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8 people are interested
We are recruiting Veterans to provide conversation and companionship to Veterans in our care. We are looking for individuals who want to visit our local Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities where our Veteran patients reside to visit them and host a coffee hour.
Time commitment is a few hours/month. Varies, and is flexible with your schedule!
Hospice provides physical, emotional and spiritual support for terminally ill patients and their families. All volunteers receive specialized training and ongoing support and are an integral part of the hospice team of caregivers.
Help make a different in the lives of veteran patients and their families.
On your own time. In your own way. With your special skills. Help to make every moment matter.
We value your service:
We are recruiting Volunteers who have served in the Military to help our hospice patients who are Veterans
Veterans may have unique needs at end of life
Your experience helps you relate to and connect with our Veteran patients and their familie
What hospice patients need:
A opportunity for life review and healing
Help documenting memories
Assistance with replacing lost medals
Support with transportation and errands
Appreciation for their service
What you have to share:
Common life experiences
Shared language and service
A mutual code of conduct and honor
First-hand appreciation of their service
Cultural bonds to foster trust
Volunteers are required to have an updated physical, TB Screen, pass a background check and drug test.
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About Brookhaven Hospice
Location:
114 Turnpike Road, Westborough, MA 01581, US
Mission Statement
Brookhaven Hospice provides patients and families with exceptional hospice care, and facilitates a meaningful end of life experience. With deep compassion and skill, we care for people living with serious illnesses, the dying and those who care for them. We are committed to providing a comprehensive scope of services that is progressive, interdisciplinary, and patient-centered. Our strengths are our staff’s clinical expertise and commitment to the patients, coupled with a diverse and strong Senior Leadership Team. This is complimented by the depth and breadth of service offerings, and a dedication to providing exceptional end of life care. Brookhaven Hospice is known as a renowned hospice in the markets we serve with a reputation for providing outstanding hospice care, with exceptional compassion and skill.
Description
Are you interested in Being a Hospice Volunteer ?
Become a hero on your own terms. On your own time. In your own way. With your personality. Your ability to relate. Your own skills. Your way of solving a problem, sharing a story, helping somebody remember important moments in their lives.
When you give us the precious gift of your time and interest, we give you a chance to make a real difference in someone's life. We train you, find you the right assignment and stand behind you as you grow.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
2 Bedford Farms DriveBedford, NH 03110
DATE POSTED
June 9, 2019
SKILLS
- Veteran Care
- Hospice Care
- Elder care
- Patient Care
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Flexible, 2-3 hours/month
- Drug Test, Current Physical, TB Screen