Assist in delivering quality hospice care

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The spirit of hospice volunteering is borne from a genuine desire to give comfort, peace, and care to patients, caregivers, and families during the end of life. Hospice volunteers have a tremendous impact on the lives of the patients that they serve, the hospice team of which they are a part, and the families and friends of the terminally ill. This relationship provides a feeling of normality for patients, as well as patients’ families and friends. Volunteers often connect with patients on a deep, personal level, which provides the hospice care team with valuable insights concerning the overall impact of the level of comfort and care that is provided.

Patient Care Volunteers:

• Preparing meals for patients.
• Providing comfort and support.
• Providing conversation
• Playing cards or games
• Watching TV with the patient
• Discovering the patient's interests and focus on bringing these interests to life again
• Reading to the patient
• Informing hospice staff of the patients' needs.
• Helping with simple chores around the house.