Active Military and Veteran Volunteers Needed for Hospice Patients

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ORGANIZATION: Compassus Hospice

Veterans and active duty military members are needed to serve as volunteers with our hospice patients who are veterans. Compassus Hospice is a partner in the We Honor Veterans program of the National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO).

Veterans and active duty volunteers have a unique perspective gained from their military experience, and as such, they are able to provide understanding and comradery to our veteran patients. Military volunteers 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)

  • Presenting a certificate and pin to the veteran
  • Assisting veteran in reminiscing / telling life stories
  • Participating in community education activities regarding veteran topics
  • Providing companionship to a veteran patient

Active duty members and veterans 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

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WHERE

801 South Waverly RoadSuite 200Lansing, MI 48917

(42.72537,-84.60253)
 

DATE POSTED

November 14, 2023

SKILLS

  • Hospice Care
  • Veteran Care
  • People Skills

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+
  • Group

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • Typically 1-3 hours weekly for companionship visits. Although, events are scheduled sporadically and time commitment can be more as 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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