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4 people are interested
Hospice Companion Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Heart of Hospice North Atlanta
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4 people are interested
In person volunteers needed for patients that are either still in their home and/or with patients that reside in assisted living facilities. The goal of the volunteer is to provide much needed companionship and socialization to patients and often the caregivers as well. A volunteer visit may consist simply of socializing with the patient, the caregiver or both. Often caregivers are in desperate need of a break and would like a volunteer to stay with their loved one while the caregiver runs an errand, goes to an appointment or just takes some time to himself/herself. Activities while in the home or facility may include reading, listening, talking, a life review, watching a patient’s favorite shows, playing board or card games, scrapbooking, looking at books, fidget blankets, coloring, puzzles, respite, singing, playing musical instruments, sitting outside and enjoying the weather...
4 Reasons to Become a Hospice Volunteer:
- You can make a real difference - in your own life and in the lives of others.
- You’ll be part of a community - and a team - dedicated to helping those facing life’s most difficult circumstances.
- You can enhance your personal and professional growth.
- You can choose your own schedule and participate in activities you enjoy and are passionate about.
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About Heart of Hospice North Atlanta
Location:
102 Mary Alice Park Road, Suite 101, Cumming, GA 30040, US
Mission Statement
Whether you want to see the impact you can make in the lives of patients directly or prefer to work behind the scenes, we invite you to become a member of a dedicated group of compassionate caregivers who serve as vital members of our hospice team. Heart of Hospice is a proud member of the LHC Group family. We serve a wide area including but not limited to Alpharetta, Ball Ground, Braselton, Buford, Canton, Clarkesville, Clermont, Cumming, Dahlonega, Dawsonville, Flowery Branch, Gainesville, Grayson, Hoschton, Kennesaw, Loganville, Marietta, Pendergrass, Roswell, Suwanee, Winder, Woodstock... Hospice volunteers often say that helping those in need at a critical point in their lives is profoundly and emotionally meaningful. To learn how you can become a hospice volunteer in your community, call us today at 678-717-0969 or email kate.culpepper@lhcgroup.com.
Description
Training is provided as part of our volunteer experience. You can make a positive difference by listening and supporting the patient and family, reading or sitting with patient for short periods of time, writing letters, checking on patients and families by telephone, sharing your music with a patient and their family, becoming a Veteran-to-Veteran volunteer, caring for the pets of the patient (walk and play with dogs, etc.), assisting with clerical office tasks and supporting community events, and more.
Hospice volunteers are exceptional people. They donate their time and efforts to provide care and comfort for someone with a life-limiting illness - a labor of love that requires a special person with just the right touch. They have a passion for helping others and make a profound difference in the lives of the patients, families, and communities we are privileged to serve.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Cumming, GA 30041
DATE POSTED
March 26, 2024
SKILLS
- Elder care
- Hospice Care
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- You can volunteer as much or as little as you would like. You are volunteering your time and we appreciate any time that you can give.
- Volunteers are required to take a urine drug screen, background check, & fingerprinting. A 2 step TB skin test or TB blood test is required for volunteers with in-person direct patient/caregiver contact.