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5 people are interested
A Hospice Patient Pampering Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: VITAS Healthcare of San Diego
Please visit the new page to apply.
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5 people are interested
Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients facing the end of life? VITAS Healthcare is a Hospice seeking compassionate volunteers to be a part of our new VITAS Individualized Pampering (VIP) Program, providing personalized spa-like services and engaging mental activities that bring comfort and joy. Currently looking for volunteers in the Pacific Beach area for patients who reside in Assisted Living Facilities in that community.
All volunteers are required to attend a comprehensive orientation to gain the knowledge you will need to work with terminally ill patients. Two TB tests and background check are also required and are provided by VITAS.
Upcoming New Volunteer Orientation:
Saturday, June 1st from 8:30 am - 4 pm
Orientation is held at our office located at:
9655 Granite Ridge Dr. Ste. 300
San Diego, CA 92123
Continental breakfast and lunch provided.
There is also an option to complete orientation a via Zoom and self-study combination.
As a VIP Program volunteer, you'll have the chance to participate in various activities that will brighten the days of those we serve. Our personalized pampering services and activities help ease anxiety, relieve stress, engage the mind, and comfort the body of our patients.
We are in immediate need of volunteers to:
- Provide nail and facial care
- Give aromatherapy hand massages
- Play cards and games with patients
- Do arts and crafts together
- Listen to music
- And more!
From offering pampering sessions that include nail and facial care to heartwarming activities like listening to music together, solving puzzles, playing cards, and exploring word search challenges - your presence and involvement will make a significant difference. Visit https://www.vitas.com/volunteer to learn more and sign up today. All supplies needed are provided by VITAS.
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About VITAS Healthcare of San Diego
Location:
9655 Granite Ridge Dr., Ste. 300, San Diego, CA 92123, US
Mission Statement
VITAS Healthcare recognizes the importance of a strong and innovative Hospice program. Volunteers are an integral part of the hospice program, allowing VITAS to continue personalizing, enhancing and expanding services offered to patients and families. By exemplifying the VITAS Values, volunteers serve as advocates and are proactive in meeting the needs of those under our care. VITAS integrates volunteers into the hospice team by actively recruiting, training, supporting and creatively utilizing volunteers to meet patient and family needs. Volunteers and their contributions are respected and valued.
Description
Volunteers are the heart of VITAS Healthcare, providing friendly, non-medical support to hospice patients and their family or offering support services in the office. We are seeking caring and compassionate individuals to volunteer for our patients in their homes or in nursing facilities in your community throughout San Diego County.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
955 Grand AvenueSan Diego, CA 92109
DATE POSTED
May 10, 2024
SKILLS
- Animal Therapy
- Aromatherapy
- Patient Care
- Hospice Care
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- As little as 30-60 minutes Once a week or as frequently as you are available.
- Background Screening, 2 TB tests, Health Screen Questionnaire, Hep B Vaccine offered (not mandatory). All requirements covered by VITAS