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3 people are interested
Hospice Patient Support [Cookeville]
ORGANIZATION: Hospice of Chattanooga
Please visit the new page to apply.
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3 people are interested
Typical services provided by support volunteers are:
- sitting with a patient to relieve caregiver;
- listening non-judgmentally to patient and family members;
- running errands;
- providing companionship and sharing activities patient may enjoy
- preparing light meals, performing light housekeeping tasks;
- reading to the patient, or writing for them
- Encouraging patient to share their life story (look at photo albums together, elicit talk about favorite things, special life events, etc.);
- Providing a caring presence for those with limited ability to interact.
More opportunities with Hospice of Chattanooga
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Hospice of Chattanooga
Location:
2030 Hamilton Place Boulevard, ste 220, Chattanooga, TN 37421, US
Mission Statement
We at Hospice of Chattanooga will take the time to listen, honor your choices, and walk with you through life's journey. Our Goals are Compassion, Accountability, Communication, Enthusiasm, and Excellence
Description
Hospice of Chattanooga begin in 1981 as an all-volunteer agency. Today, it is the community's oldest hospice and volunteers remain a vital part of our agency. As we continue to grow, our need for volunteers grows also!
Volunteer Opportunities:
*Patient Support in home and facilities * Music Therapy *Art Therapy * Pet Therapy * Food Box * Veteran To Veteran volunteering * Veteran Pinning * Bereavement Caller *Tuck in / Quarterback callers * Administration * Heart to Heart Touch * Sacred Journey * Memorial Services ** just to name a few options
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
155 East Spring StreetCookeville, TN 38501
DATE POSTED
October 10, 2022
SKILLS
- Elder care
- Patient Care
- Hospice Care
- Veteran Care
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Flexible