An eleventh hour miracle is a miracle you get when it looks like time is running out on you. It appears you are going to go home empty handed. Star City hospice was founded on the many principles one being that when someone is within their final hours that no one will be alone. The basic value of hospice care is that no one should die alone without the support or the presence of loved ones. In addition to caring for the patient, the loved ones of hospice patients deserve and benefit from the support as well. Eleventh-hour All-stars are a group of elite trained volunteers that keep vigil and provide that supportive presence to patient and families in their most vulnerable precious final hours of life.

Often, patients find themselves alone during their last day because they have limited or no family close-by. All-stars are able to fill in when a loved one cannot or when family members need a break or support for themselves during this time by offering warmth, compassion, concern, and a healing touch. Simply offering gestures like sitting with the patient and/or family, holdings hands, praying, or sharing in silence makes a world of difference during such a difficult time.

After 12 hours of face-to-face training in the classroom, in addition to the standard volunteer training that is required, our eleventh-hour all-stars leave well-prepared and ready to offer their supportive services. This unique service is offered around the clock and it does not matter the location- in private hours, assisted living facilities, or group homes- our All-stars will be there.

For additional information, please contact 469-529-2954 and ask to speak with the Volunteer Coordinator.