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11 people are interested
Patient Companion
ORGANIZATION: Symponia Hospice
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11 people are interested
"Being a volunteer has never been so rewarding!" Are you looking for more out of life? Become a hospice volunteer for Symponia.
You can: Throw birthday parties for patients, help in the office, read or write letters with patients, knit a blanket, assist patients with daily nutrition, bring a gentle pet, play music, bake cookies, reminisce, offer companionship and your presence... Hospice offers a special kind of care designed to support and comfort people living with terminal illness.
Symponia hospice provides all the volunteers with detailed hospice volunteer orientation sessions lead by a skilled volunteer coordinator. Which includes: learning various activities to meet client and family needs, in-client visits, bereavement follow-up, office and clerical duties.
More opportunities with Symponia Hospice
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Symponia Hospice
Location:
4288 Memorial Drive, Suite A, Decatur, GA 30032, US
Mission Statement
We at Symponia (translated compassion in Greek), dedicate ourselves to providing the most compassionate care to both the patient and their families, to ease the fear and grief associated with a life-limiting illness, to provide the physical comfort, emotional and spiritual support, and to make the most of every moment.
Description
Over 100 years! That is the cumulative amount of time the founding members of Symponia have spent in service and care of the sick and dying. Age brings tolerance and wisdom and we, at Symponia, offer intelligent care and supportive compassion. Our very name translated means Compassion, and this name was chosen to reflect our mutual vision of humble and tender care. We understand the rhythm of life and death, and we are comfortable and confident, no matter the circumstances, that we can provide you and your family the care your loved one deserves. We consider it an honor and a privilege to be called to this service.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Atlanta Area(varies)Atlanta, GA 30317
DATE POSTED
July 2, 2019
SKILLS
- Elder care
- Nursing
- Patient Care
- Hospice Care
- Knitting
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Orientation and paperwork in the office (Decatur, GA). Brief periods of time spent with patients, around a few hours. Prefer 4-hour availability blocks but will work with the volunteer.
- Kindness, business casual attire, positive attitude, ability to empathize and provide a warm presence to our patients. Must provide own transportation to site.