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3 people are interested
Gentle, patient individuals wanted to assist with mealtimes on Dementia/Alz unit
ORGANIZATION: The Suites Parker
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3 people are interested
Gentle and patient individuals needed to assist with meals/mealtimes on Dementia/Alz. unit.
This opportunity does not require volunteers to assist residents with eating, and this task is not permitted per company policy and Colorado guidelines.
Tasks do involve assisting residents and staff with the following:
*Serving drinks to residents
*Passing out meals/trays to residents
*Assisting residents with "setting up" their meal (utensils in place, napkin, insuring food and drinks are within reach, etc.)
*Assisting residents with cutting up/stirring food, and application of condiments as needed
*Prompting residents to eat by placing food on utensil, drink in hand, etc.
*Gently encouraging residents to eat and allowing residents time to complete tasks residents are capable of doing for themselves.
*Resident requests/customer service.
Volunteers will absolutely receive the full support of staff in these tasks and will be trained/educated on specific resident needs (dietary/fluid textures, consistencies, etc.) Interested individuals must be patient, gentle, and willing to foster the quiet, supportive, eating/meal focused environment that best supports our residents on this unit.
Mealtimes are the following for all 7 days of the week:
BREAKFAST: 7:45AM-8:45AM LUNCH: 11:45-12:45 DINNER: 5:00PM-6:00PM
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About The Suites Parker
Location:
9398 Crown Crest Blvd, Parker, CO 80138, US
Mission Statement
We believe that life begins outside of our comfort zone. That is why Eduro Healthcare is unlike any other skilled nursing, rehabilitation, home health, or hospice provider. We can challenge our patients to do things they’ve never done before because we challenge ourselves to do the same every day.
Description
The Suites Parker serves the ultimate healthcare experience, one guest at a time. With the fusion of world-class healthcare and personalized hospitality, our guests encounter an experience that is truly unique and memorable.
CAUSE AREAS
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WHERE
9398 Crown Crest Blvd.Parker, CO 80138
DATE POSTED
May 6, 2019
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Ideally 6 months, however any service is appreciated.
- Please note this opportunity is NOT appropriate for groups. By entering into The Suites Parker Volunteer Program volunteers agree to abide by all policies & procedures while on company grounds, for the safety of both volunteers and residents.