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Worcester-Veteran Volunteer

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ORGANIZATION: Brookhaven Hospice

  • A group opportunity. Invite your friends.

We are recruiting Veterans to provide conversation and companionship to Veterans in our care. We are looking for individuals who want to visit our patients in local Nursing Homes, Assisted Living Facilities, their home or the home of a family member, all places where our Veteran patients reside.

Time commitment is a few hours/month. Varies, and is flexible with your schedule!

Hospice provides physical, emotional and spiritual support for terminally ill patients and their families. All volunteers receive specialized training and ongoing support and are an integral part of the hospice team of caregivers.

Help make a different in the lives of veteran patients and their families.

On your own time. In your own way. With your special skills. Help to make every moment matter.

We value your service:

  • We are recruiting Volunteers who have served in the Military to help our hospice patients who are Veterans
  • Veterans may have unique needs at end of life
  • Your experience helps you relate to and connect with our Veteran patients and their families

What hospice patients need:

  • A opportunity for life review and healing
  • Help documenting memories
  • Assistance with replacing lost medals
  • Appreciation for their service

What you have to share:

  • Common life experiences
  • Shared language and service
  • A mutual code of conduct and honor
  • First-hand appreciation of their service
  • Cultural bonds to foster trust


Volunteers are required to have an updated physical, TB Screen, pass a background check and drug test. COVID Vaccines are also required for volunteers with direct contact with patients.

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About Brookhaven Hospice

Location:

114 Turnpike Road, Westborough, MA 01581, US

Mission Statement

Brookhaven Hospice provides patients and families with exceptional hospice care, and facilitates a meaningful end of life experience. With deep compassion and skill, we care for people living with serious illnesses, the dying and those who care for them. We are committed to providing a comprehensive scope of services that is progressive, interdisciplinary, and patient-centered. Our strengths are our staff’s clinical expertise and commitment to the patients, coupled with a diverse and strong Senior Leadership Team. This is complimented by the depth and breadth of service offerings, and a dedication to providing exceptional end of life care. Brookhaven Hospice is known as a renowned hospice in the markets we serve with a reputation for providing outstanding hospice care, with exceptional compassion and skill.

Description

Are you interested in Being a Hospice Volunteer ?

Become a hero on your own terms. On your own time. In your own way. With your personality. Your ability to relate. Your own skills. Your way of solving a problem, sharing a story, helping somebody remember important moments in their lives.

When you give us the precious gift of your time and interest, we give you a chance to make a real difference in someone's life. We train you, find you the right assignment and stand behind you as you grow.

CAUSE AREAS

Community
Seniors
Veterans & Military Families
Community, Seniors, Veterans & Military Families

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Multiple locations Worcester, MA 01604

(42.25308,-71.77411)
 

SKILLS

  • Elder care
  • Healthcare
  • Hospice Care
  • Spiritual Healing
  • Veteran Care

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+
  • Public Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • Varies per volunteer
  • Volunteers are required to have an updated physical, TB Screen, pass a background check and drug test. COVID Vaccines are also required

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