Make A Difference in the Lives of Hospice Patients

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Hospice volunteers are exceptional people. They donate their time and efforts to provide care and comfort for someone with a life-limiting illness - a labor of love that requires a special person with just the right touch. They have a passion for helping others and make a profound difference in the lives of the patients, families, and communities we are privileged to serve.
Volunteer Opportunities include:
Providing office support for direct patient care (creating patient/family teaching material, mailings, filing, etc.)
Providing program support through arts and crafts for patients or bereaved, community events, health or community fairs, fundraising, community speaker events, education, public relations, and volunteer recruitment.
Providing in-person activities and companionship (reading, life review, listening, watching a patient’s favorite shows, playing board or card games, scrapbooking, yard work, animal care, respite, etc.).
Providing in-person, phone, or office support for the bereavement program and interacting with the family in a caring and compassionate manner. Assists with arrangements after death, agency memorial services or activities, and community education on end-of-life issues.
Providing Complimentary Professional services Like Music or Pet Therapy, Hair Stylist Services, Reiki or massage therapy etc.

4 Reasons to Become a Hospice Volunteer

1. You can make a real difference - in your own life and in the lives of others.
2. You’ll be part of a community - and a team - dedicated to helping those facing life’s most difficult circumstances.
3. You can enhance your personal and professional growth.
4. You can choose your own schedule and participate in activities you enjoy and are passionate about.