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ORGANIZATION: Compassus Hospice

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Veteran volunteers have the unique ability to relate and connect with each veteran patient, allowing them to become an essential piece in the delivery of quality end-of-life care.
Compassus Hospice is a partner in the We Honor Veterans program of the National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO).

Veterans have a unique perspective gained from their military experience, and as such, they are able to provide understanding and comradery to our veteran patients. Our veteran volunteer team can also be utilized on an "as needed" basis to assist with a variety of veteran specific activities.

Veteran specific activities include (but not limited to)

  • Assist veterans in reminiscing/telling life stories
  • Provide companionship to a veteran patient
  • Educate and assist patients in receiving veteran benefits
  • Improve communication in families
  • Take part in pinning ceremonies or distribute certificates for Veteran's Day and other recognition events
  • Assist in replacing lost medals
  • Participating in community education activities regarding veteran topics

Veteran volunteers can bring the missing piece of forgotten comradery back into the patient's life.

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About Compassus Hospice

Location:

5220 Lovers Ln., Suite 140, Portage, MI 49002, US

Mission Statement

We are inspired to provide innovative home-based, end-of-life care in Michigan that connects patients, families and caregivers in the most profound, healing ways.

Description

Compassus provides care state-wide through Michigan, including Borgess Health System, Genesys Health System, St. John Providence Health System, St. Joseph Health System and St. Mary’s of Michigan.

Many times the most healing setting for patients to receive their care is in the place they call home. While remaining at home at end of life can bring great comfort, it can also require professional care and support.

During those times, Compassus Hospice can make a profound difference in your life or the life of someone you love with our innovative and inspired care.

CAUSE AREAS

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

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

5220 Lovers Ln.Suite 140Portage, MI 49002

(42.241844,-85.57685)
 

DATE POSTED

April 22, 2024

SKILLS

  • Hospice Care
  • Veteran Care
  • Relationship Building

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+
  • Group

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • Companionship visits range from 1-3 hours weekly. These visits are flexible and based on volunteer's schedule. Pinning ceremonies and events are scheduled on an "as needed" basis
  • Caring heart, listening ears, patient compassion and personal dedication. Will need to complete TB test, fingerprinting, background check. COVID vaccine required.

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