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6 people are interested
Hospice Volunteer Opportunities
ORGANIZATION: Baptist Hospice of Huntingdon
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6 people are interested
Baptist Hospice of Huntingdon, TN is seeking volunteers to provide support for our patients, families and caregivers. Opportunies include:
- Patient Visits-Provide socialization and companionship (no hands-on care) for the patient and/or sit with the patient while their caregiver grocery shops, attends appointments, or needs self-care time away from the home for an afternoon.
- Bereavement Services- Assit with mailings, support groups and, if comfortable, phone calls
- Administrative Support- Miscellanous in-office tasks to support patients/caregivers.
- How a special skillset that might work well in a hospice setting? Let us know! We are looking to add value to our patients' lives in as many ways as possible.
Whether you are a student looking for experience, a retiree looking for a compassionate way to give of your time or a busy professional wanting to give-back on their weekends, we welcome you to try us out! We work with your schedule and comfort level. Training is provided!
More opportunities with Baptist Hospice of Huntingdon
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Baptist Hospice of Huntingdon
Location:
641 R.B. Wilson Drive, Suite E, Huntingdon, TN 38344, US
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide exceptional care and unparalleled service to patients and families who have placed their trust in us.
Description
We serve much of the northern half of Western Tennessee with hospice care and bereavement follow-up care. Hospice provides support and care for persons in the last phases of a life limiting condition so that they may live as fully and comfortably as possible. Hospice recognizes dying as part of the normal process of living and focuses on maintaining the quality of remaining life. Baptist Hospice of Huntingdon is a proud participant in the We Honor Veterans program.
CAUSE AREAS
Health & Medicine,
Seniors,
Veterans & Military Families
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Baptist Hospice of Huntingdon641 R.B. Wilson Drive, Suite EHuntingdon, TN 38344
(36.0238 ,-88.41293 )
DATE POSTED
February 6, 2025
SKILLS
- Patient Care
- Healthcare
- Hospice Care
- Veteran Care
- People Skills
- Social Work
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- Time commitment is flexible, but would average a few hours a week.
- Must be willing to serve others with a mature, caring, non-judgmental attitude. Must be supportive of the hospice concept of care. Must complete Onboarding and Volunteer Training Program. (Some volunteer tasks would be suitable for older teens.)