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Companionship and Administrative Volunteers - Gentiva Hospice
ORGANIZATION: Gentiva Hospice
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10 people are interested
At Gentiva Hospice, volunteers are indispensable to the patients and families we serve, and are key members of our hospice care team.
WHAT VOLUNTEERS CAN DO
--Visit patients in a facility or in their homes.
--Take their certified therapy dogs to visit patients.
--Assist with administrative tasks in the office.
--Bake birthday cakes for patients.
--Create & send personalized cards to patients.
--Be present with a patient.
--Provide grief and bereavement support by sending cards, making calls, or helping in the office.
ORIENTATION
Gentiva hospice volunteers are trained in the goals and philosophy of hospice care, as well as the care and comfort of the hospice patient.
Orientation sessions are held at the Gentiva Hospice office (540 Officenter Place).
Through their caring, compassion, and time given to hospice patients, our volunteers continue to make an invaluable contribution to community, personal emotional and spiritual growth, and greater appreciation for life.
Training provided. Background check, fingerprinting, drug & TB screening required (at Gentiva's expense). Volunteers must be at least 18 to visit patients, and at least 16 to volunteer in the office.
Join our volunteer team!
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About Gentiva Hospice
Location:
540 Officenter Place, Suite 100, Gahanna, OH 43230, US
Mission Statement
The mission of Gentiva Hospice is to provide compassionate care and extraordinary service to the patients and the families we serve.
Description
Gentiva Hospice is a team of professionals who provide care to patients and families with end of life needs. As key members of the care team, volunteers expand and enhance hospice services for our patients. Volunteers bring special skills and talents to share with patients, and offer comfort through companionship visits, administrative assistance and special projects for patients and their families.
"Our place is by your side."
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Columbus, OH 43230
DATE POSTED
February 21, 2024
SKILLS
- Administrative Support
- Bereavement Support
- Hospice Care
- People Skills
- Problem Solving
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- Preferably 1-5 hours a week, as your schedule permits.
- Drug screen, TB test, fingerprinting, all at Gentiva's expense.