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1 person is interested
Caring Presence Vigil Companion
ORGANIZATION: Hospice of Central Ohio
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1 person is interested
Patients who might otherwise pass alone have the reassuring presence of a fellow human being who is trained to provide non-medical attentive and compassionate care during the active dying process. Where applicable, the Caring Presence Patient Companion also provides support to caregivers and family members who may be present during this time.
More opportunities with Hospice of Central Ohio
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Hospice of Central Ohio
Location:
2269 Cherry Valley Road, Newark, OH 43055, US
Mission Statement
Hospice of Central Ohio is committed to being the premier provider dedicated to preserving the quality and dignity of life by providing expert physical, emotional, and spiritual care to patients and familes with life-limiting illnesses.
Description
The Hospice volunteer plays a key role in providing expert patient care, and supporting our capacity to care for patients.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Newark, OH 43055
DATE POSTED
November 15, 2022
SKILLS
- Bereavement Support
- Patient Care
- Healthcare
- Hospice Care
- Veteran Care
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Estimated hours per month = 8 (varies with patients’ requests/needs) Volunteers in this position agree to be assigned during stated times of availability and will contact Hospice of Central Ohio if the patient has significant changes during the shif
- Ability to deliver compassionate, inclusive and nonjudgmental support to people at the end-of-life process; Comfortable in the presence of people who are actively dying; Ability to establish and maintain relationship boundaries with patient/family