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7 people are interested
5 Reasons to Volunteer with Brighton Hospice
ORGANIZATION: Brighton Hospice
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7 people are interested
1) Develop new skills
2) Help a cause that lights you up
3) Meet new people
4) Connect with your community
5) Expand your horizons
Brighton Hospice is currently looking for volunteers in the Indianapolis area to spend time with our patients and families. Some of the activities a volunteer may participate in include, but are not limited to: being a comforting and supportive presence, holding a hand, baking a cake, listening to cherished memories, giving a hug, being a shoulder to lean on, touching a heart, baking treats, reminiscing with patients, playing board or card games, discussing current events, encouraging patient to tell his/her life story and recording it on paper or recorder, allowing time for caregivers to take care of themselves, playing music, helping take care of pets, writing notes and memories for patient, sewing or knitting together, reading aloud, writing letters, arts and crafts, scrapbooking, journaling patient's past experiences, etc.
In accordance with the Federal Mandate. volunteers must be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption in order to volunteer. Proof of vaccination must be shown during the on-boarding process.
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About Brighton Hospice
Location:
280 E. 96th Street, Suite 250, Indianapolis, IN 46240, US
Mission Statement
Our mission at Brighton Hospice is to provide the best physical, emotional and spiritual care for our patients and their families. We achieve our mission by hiring the most compassionate and skilled people in the industry who deliver clinical expertise and exceed our patient's expectations. We cultivate an environment where our team members are valued, respected and provided personal and professional growth opportunities. Our leaders focus on supporting the clinical team so they can concentrate on patient care. We are always guided by our commitment to excellence.
Description
Brighton Hospice originated in 2012 in Utah and has spread to several other states including Minnesota, Oregon, Nevada and as of 2019 has come to Wisconsin and Indiana. Brighton Hospice is designed to provide comfort and support to patients, so they may live out the last phase of their lives with dignity in a familiar setting. The goal of hospice care is to improve the quality of a patient’s last months by offering comfort, dignity and care in a familiar setting, whether that be in the patient’s own home, Assisted Living, or Skilled Nursing Facility. Brighton Hospice recognizes that the dying process is a part of the normal process of living and focuses on enhancing the quality of remaining life. Our team is made up of our Administrator, Director of Clinical Services, Medical Director, Nurse Case Managers, Hospice Aides, Social Worker, Chaplain and an excellent support team. Brighton Hospice will provide you and your family with the quality care you deserve.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
280 E. 96th StreetSuite 250Indianapolis, IN 46240
DATE POSTED
April 19, 2023
SKILLS
- Elder care
- Animal Therapy
- Healthcare
- Hospice Care
- Veteran Care
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Many volunteers are able to give 1-2 hours per week. We'll work with your schedule!
- Complete application, background check, and confidentiality agreement.