Music Hospice Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Gentiva/Heartland Hospice
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Can you play an instrument? Do you enjoy connecting with others through music?
Become a ProMedica Music Volunteer! Use your musical talent to connect with hospice patients and provide an additional level of care.
As a hospice volunteer, you will be oriented to the hospice program so you can understand our caring philosophy and goals. W work with your schedule and match you with patients in your community.
Under "Volunteer Comments" please write why you are interested in this volunteer opportunity.
PLEASE READ REQUIREMENTS BEFORE APPLYING. Thank you so much!
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About Gentiva/Heartland Hospice
Location:
20960 S. Frankfort Square Rd., Suite C, Frankfort, IL 60423, US
Mission Statement
The mission of Heartland Hospice is to provide quality hospice care to patients with a limited life expectancy, as well as, support to thier caregivers. The quality of life for those we serve is enhanced through palliative and specialized supportive care designed to meet the physical, psychological and spiritual needs of the patients and caregivers. Hospice care is provided by an interdisciplinary team utlilizing an approach to the care delivered to patients either in their own home or extended care facility; working cooperatively with area health care providers and other community resources. Heartland Hospice strives to provide care to all who are eligible and need hospice care irrespective of ability to pay. We help to bring dignity and honor to a dying patient and we aim to comfort the family throughout the dying process.
Description
We are made up of a dedicated team that focuses on enhancing the quality of life by providing comfort care as well as spiritual, social and emotional support to patients in the final phase of a terminal illness. Our program stresses human values that go beyond the physical needs of the patient and we strive to ensure that our patients spend their final days in dignity and comfort.
We depend on our volunteers to help us give the full circle of care that our patients and their families need during this challenging time.
Mandated background check, TB test, extensive volunteer orientation and training given. New volunteer orientation is offered continuously throughout the year. Please call Tia Newgren @ 815-469-7100.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Frankfort, IL 60423
DATE POSTED
January 29, 2024
SKILLS
- Music Theory
- Hospice Care
- Singing
- Wind Instrument
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Minimum of 2 visits per patient per month. Minimum 6 month commitment.
- Valid Driver's License & Reliable Transportation. Ability to complete 2 TB Tests & Reflex Test *At NO COST to you. Consent to Background Check