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Direct-Care Hospice Volunteer needed-MONROE NJ 08831 (Compassionate Care Hospice)
ORGANIZATION: Compassionate Care Hospice (Amedisys) Bedminster NJ
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9 people are interested

Regional Volunteer Coordinator is looking to onboard-train and match a kind, caring and empathetic individual who is looking to make a difference in one of our hospice patients lives by offering companionship and support to patient and offer respite care for patients' caregiver.
Volunteer will sit bedside with patient, possibly offer to read etc., and be comfortable offering a physical calming presence for patient companionship.
Volunteer must be able to complete prior health clearances (these are covered by our organization and RVC will set volunteer up for these) and be able to drive themselves to and from patients' residence.
If you've been looking for an opportunity to share your hospice heart this might be for you.
Volunteer is needed as soon as possible so please inquire with kelly.yeager@aemdisys.com or text/call Kelly Yeager the Regional Volunteer Coordinator at (732)-395-7129.
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About Compassionate Care Hospice (Amedisys) Bedminster NJ
Location:
1430 US Highway 206 Suite 200, Bedminster, NJ 07921, US
Mission Statement
Amedisys Hospice Care is defined by its mission: To affirm life during its final stages by providing holistic compassionate care to patients and their families; by providing access to hospice care for underserved or difficult to serve populations; by wise and efficient use of available resources, and by educating the community in order to provide them with knowledge regarding end-of-life and hospice care around quality of life.
Description
For patients on hospice care, volunteers play an essential role. Whether they’re simply being present with a patient or helping behind the scenes, volunteers help create trusting bonds and meaningful memories for hospice patients and their loved ones. Just as volunteers are important to hospice patients, hospice patients make service work rewarding for volunteers. Hospice volunteers provide comfort, compassion and care for people as they near the end of life.
Volunteering Opportunities
-Remote Volunteering Opportunities
-Administrative: Support hospice office operations
-Bereavement: Support family members who have lost a loved one
-Direct Patient Support: Visit and support patients one-on-one.
-Veteran Volunteering: Take part in Veteran Pinning Ceremonies and other special opportunities to honor our Veterans
-Professional: Share a special skillset or credential you have with patients and families
-Pet Therapy: Licensed Pet Therapy Animals needed (Must provide proof of certificates/accreditation)
-Music: Sing directly to patients wherever they call "home"
For more information, please reach out to Kelly Yeager the Regional Hospice Volunteer Coordinator
Email: Kelly.yeager@amedisys.com
Phone Number: (908)-787-3354
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Monroe Township, NJ 08831
DATE POSTED
January 27, 2025
SKILLS
- Elder care
- Bereavement Support
- Patient Care
- Hospice Care
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Once a week would be great but open to working with volunteer's schedule! Thanks for your consideration!