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We Honor Veterans/Military Service Member/Veteran Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Alabama Hospice Care of East Alabama
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Alabama Hospice Care of East Alabama pairs veteran hospice patients with veteran volunteers. Sharing common military experiences, our volunteers possess a unique ability to relate to and connect with fellow veterans, providing the compassionate support and service they rightfully deserve.
A NEW OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE
Veteran volunteers offer both direct and indirect patient support. Activities include:
- Sitting, reminiscing, or reading with patients
- Writing letters
- Watching television or listening to music
- Participating in veteran recognition ceremonies
- Performing light house or yard work
- Walking dogs
- Assisting in the replacement of lost military awards
- Providing check-in calls
As end-of-life care specialists and proud partners of the "We Honor Veterans" program, our Veteran-to-Veteran Volunteer Program equips volunteers with the necessary training to support military service veterans and their families with in-home hospice care.
To make a significant impact on the life of a hospice veteran, please contact us today.
Alabama Hospice Care of East Alabama, part of the LHC Group, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. Offering home health, hospice care, long-term acute care, and community-based services, we provide high-quality, cost-effective care that enables patients to manage their health at home. Hospitals and health systems across the country have partnered with LHC Group to deliver patient-centered care at home. LHC Group is chosen by more hospitals, physicians, and families because we are united by a single, shared purpose: It's all about helping people.
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About Alabama Hospice Care of East Alabama
Location:
801 Noble Street, Suite 700, Anniston, AL 36201, US
Mission Statement
We provide exceptional care and unparalleled service to patients and families who have placed their trust in us.
Description
The volunteer plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of care delivered to the patient and family through patient/family care activities or administrative activities that support the hospice agencys goal of quality patient/family care. Alabama Hospice Care of East Alabama, a part of LHC Group, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. From home health and hospice care to long-term acute care and community-based services, we deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that empowers patients to manage their health at home. Hospitals and health systems around the country have partnered with LHC Group to deliver patient-centered care in the home. More hospitals, physicians and families choose LHC Group, because we are united by a single, shared purpose: It's all about helping people.
CAUSE AREAS
Community,
Health & Medicine,
Veterans & Military Families
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
801 Noble Street, Suite 700Anniston, AL 36201
(33.65491 ,-85.82938 )
DATE POSTED
December 30, 2024
SKILLS
- Administrative Support
- Bereavement Support
- Hospice Care
- Veteran Care
- Fundraising
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Public Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- 2 hours/Week
- Volunteers who provide patient care and support services according to their experience, training and education must be in compliance with agency policies and under the supervision of an agency employee. Completes Volunteer Training Program.