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2 people are interested
Hospice Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Amedisys
Please visit the new page to apply.
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2 people are interested
In need of volunteers to assist hospice patients with activities in facilities or their homes. Opportunities include:
One-on-one socialization and companionship
Pet Therapy
Veteran Volunteer Program
Administrative Assistance
Supportive Phone Calls
Memory Care Program (crafting Life Boards for patients)
Music Therapy
Art Therapy
Reiki
Hair Styling
Bereavement Support
Cookie Baking
Sewing / Knitting items
**Internships Available (social work, gerontology, nursing, etc.)
This list is endless. If you have an idea that may not be listed above, it is more than likely that it is a great idea and a good opportunity.
Providing volunteers is a critical component of hospice care. Our Volunteers provide a level of companionship and comfort that some family members may be unable to provide. Though direct care may not be for everyone, please also consider indirect care. Any volunteer time given is great appreciated by all hospice patients and staff.
More opportunities with Amedisys
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Amedisys
Location:
480 Johnson Road, Suite 230, Washington, PA 15301, US
Mission Statement
We honor those we serve with compassionate home health, hospice, and personal care services that apply the highest quality clinical practices toward allowing our patients to maintain a sense of independence, quality of life and dignity.
Description
Amedisys is a leading provider of healthcare in the home with a vision of becoming the premiere solution for patients across the country to age in place. From home health to hospice to personal care, Amedisys team members provide quality, clinically distinctive care to more than 369,000 patients every year.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
480 Johnson RoadSuite 230Washington, PA 15301
DATE POSTED
February 5, 2019
SKILLS
- Administrative Support
- Animal Therapy
- Aromatherapy
- Bereavement Support
- Knitting
- Music Therapy
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- No specific time requirements. As much or as little hours as determined by you.
- Direct Care volunteers are required to provide Drivers License and Car Insurance; 2-Step Tuberculosis test