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Companion Volunteer For Trinity Health of New England at Home Hospice
ORGANIZATION: Trinity Health Of New England at Home
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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3 people are interested
Being a hospice volunteer is a rewarding experience that allows you to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families during a difficult time. As a hospice volunteer, you can provide emotional support, companionship, and assistance with day-to-day tasks for patients and their loved ones. It's a chance to give back to your community and to make a positive impact in someone's life. By volunteering, you can also gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for the end-of-life process.There is no specific time commitment. You can work around your schedule. No amount you share is too little or too much
This is a great opportunity to honor those in your community and utilize your free time! We are looking for people who are compassionate, patient and genuine, in order to give comfort and support to those who are in need of some love and attention. You have the power to make our patient's end of life experience more pleasant through your presence!
*We are looking for volunteers who are available to visit patients in their homes or long term care facilities in the following Hartford ,Enfield , Waterbury and Farmington area
Responsibilities of Companion volunteers include -
Contribute to our patients' quality of life
Attend to Patients' Needs
Communicate with Nurses by keeping them Up to Date about each Patient visited
Maintain Patients' Confidentiality
Travel and Visit patients in facilities or homes, in an area near you
Reading, playing cards, reminiscing, playing music, talking about current events, taking them on walks or memory building, are just some of the ways that you could provide companionship to the patients we serve.
Great opportunities for Certified Pet Therapy Animals, Cosmetologists, Massage Therapists, Reiki Practitioners, Music Therapists, End of Life Doulas, Energy Healers, College Students, Retirees as well!
We offer you:
FREE TB test, MMR Titer, Hepatitis B test and Health Screenings are provided.
Extremely flexible assignments (anytime you can give is greatly appreciated!
Convenient Orientation and FREE training and that fits your schedule!
- Opportunities to connect with people in your community, build relationships and give back to those in need!
- Ongoing Education, Support and Training
*Please contact Volunteer Coordinator, Iqra Malik at newenglandvolunteers@trinity-health.org or visit our website for more information https://www.trinityhealthathome.org/connecticut/trinity-health-of-new-england-at-home/volunteer/
More opportunities with Trinity Health Of New England at Home
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Trinity Health Of New England at Home
Location:
76 Batterson Rd, Farmington, CT 06032, US
Mission Statement
Enjoy great satisfaction as a compassionate volunteer who enriches the lives of patients with life-limiting illnesses and their loved ones. All you need is genuine desire to help patients and their families, emotional maturity, ability to offer assurance and kindness without judgment, ability to listen with sensitivity and respect, flexibility to adapt to the changes in needs and background-check clearance. Full training is provided. Those who have recently lost a loved one are asked to wait a year before becoming volunteers.
Description
Volunteer Opportunities
- Companionship
- Respite care - support to provide a break for patient’s caregivers/loved ones
- Supportive check-in calls for grieving families
- Light household assistance
- Meal preparation assistance
- Spiritual support
- Administrative assistance
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
76 Batterson Park RdFarmington, CT 06032
DATE POSTED
November 7, 2023
SKILLS
- Massage Therapy
- Bereavement Support
- Patient Care
- Hospice Care
- Spiritual Healing
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training