- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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11 people are interested
Make Time to Make a Difference!
ORGANIZATION: Encompass Home Health-Hospice of Decatur
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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11 people are interested
Mission statement
At Encompass Health, we believe hospice is not a place, but rather a philosophy of care. Our goal is to bring dignity and comfort home by offering compassionate care to patients and their families during the final stages of life.
Description
Join the Encompass Health family and become a hospice volunteer! Encompass is looking for volunteers to provide companionship and support to patients during their final months and weeks of life. Volunteers provide non-medical services and respite time for caregivers and family members. As a hospice volunteer you will be given choices as to how much and what types of things you want to do. Here are just a few specific ways hospice volunteers can make a difference:- Provide companionship and socialization
- Help with general office support
- Run errands for patients and families
- Write a journal or life story with patients to give to the family
- Play games, read, listen to music with patients
- Walk/care for family pets
- Assist with light house cleaning
- Create a photo album of patient and family
Thomasena Black, Volunteer Coordinator
O: 256-355-2759 M:256-874-6086
Thomasena.Black@encompasshealth.com
Cause area
Community
Health & Medicine
Seniors
Veterans & Military Families
Location
1690 Beltline Road SW, Suite B
Decatur, AL 35603
Website
www.encompasshealth.com
More opportunities with Encompass Home Health-Hospice of Decatur
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Encompass Home Health-Hospice of Decatur
Location:
1690 Beltline Rd, Suite B, Decatur, AL 35601, US
Mission Statement
At Encompass Health, we are committed to delivering the highest quality care to our patients. From inpatient rehabilitation to home-based care, we’re with our patients for every step of their post-acute journey. Our clinical collaboration and cutting-edge treatments ensure patients receive the best care for their needs at all times. We’re proud to say our approach helps patients achieve better outcomes. We believe integrated care delivery across the healthcare continuum is critical to achieving the best outcomes for patients. We exist to provide a better way to care that elevates expectations and outcomes.
Description
Join the Encompass Health family and become a hospice volunteer!
Encompass is looking for volunteers to provide companionship and support to patients during their final months and weeks of life. Volunteers provide non-medical services and respite time for caregivers and family members. As a hospice volunteer, you will be given choices as to how much and what type of things you want to do. Here are just a few specific ways hospice volunteers can help: Provide companionship and socialization, help with general office support, play games, read, or listen to music with patients, assist with light house cleaning, walk/care for family pets, create a photo album of patient and family, the opportunities are endless!
For more information please contact:
Thomasena Black, Volunteer Coordinator
O:256-355-2759
Thomasena.black@encompasshealth.com
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Encompass Health-Hospice of DecaturVolunteer Services1690 Beltline RoadDecatur, AL 35601
DATE POSTED
January 4, 2022
SKILLS
- Elder care
- Administrative Support
- Bereavement Support
- Hospice Care
- Veteran Care
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 14
- Orientation or Training
- We are flexible and can work with your schedule. Seeking individuals who will commit to providing emotional and social support ongoing on a regular basis.
- Dedication to helping others; Reliable and Professional; Comfortable with one’s own mortality.