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2 people are interested
Shrewsbury-AscEND of Life Doulas
ORGANIZATION: Brookhaven Hospice
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2 people are interested
Ascend Hospice is looking for Volunteers to be trained to become an AscEND of Life Doula.
As a nonmedical End of Life Doula you will provide Companionship, Support, Presence, and Deep Listening for the patient and family in these final hours. You will sit at bedside, hold a hand, wipe the brow with a cool cloth, talk with the patient and family, read a favorite poem, help the family engage with the patient and listen to family stories. Your presence will have a stabilizing effect.
Please note to become an End of Life Doula you must become a companion volunteer before you are eligible for the Doula training. Once ready for the Doula Training you will commit to attending an 8 hour workshop, online training, and monthly mentoring calls during your training period. Once trained we ask for a minimum commitment of 2 hours a month. Once you have completed 100 hours of volunteer service and all other doula training requirements you will receive an End of Life Doula Certification.
Please note references, background checks, and some medical clearance is needed to become a volunteer.
Due to the time and training involved in this position we ask that the volunteer commits to volunteer for a year. Please note this would NOT be good for a student. Must be 21+ to become a Doula.
More opportunities with Brookhaven Hospice
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Brookhaven Hospice
Location:
114 Turnpike Road, Suite 206, 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
Hospice volunteers bring comfort, joy and love to patients who are terminally ill through their actions.
Volunteers simply need a caring heart and a willingness to serve. The extensive volunteer training program provides them with an awareness of patient's needs and prepares them to participate with the hospice team.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Various LocationsShrewsbury, MA 01545
DATE POSTED
September 1, 2020
SKILLS
- Elder care
- Bereavement Support
- Case Work / Management
- Healthcare
- Hospice Care
- Spiritual Healing
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training