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A Memory Bear.......Create a Forever Friend.

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ORGANIZATION: VITAS Healthcare of Nature Coast

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VITAS Healthcare(r) is looking for people who love to sew and who are able to share their skills with hospice patients and families.

A Memory Bear, sewn by a volunteer with compassion and love, is a forever friend who can ease a hurting heart after the death of a VITAS hospice patient.

Sewn from a favorite pair of pants, a pullover top, dress, bathrobe or nightgown, a Memory Bear may recall the closeness of a loved one, bring a smile to someone in distress, or offer a sense of security to a child who feels alone after the loss of a parent or sibling.

This is a great opportunity for you to give back to the community. By taking time out of your busy work week you can make the biggest difference in another’s life.

For more information about VITAS Volunteer Services visit https://www.vitas.com/volunteer.

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About VITAS Healthcare of Nature Coast

Location:

7520 W University Ave, Suite A, Gainesville, FL 32607, US

Mission Statement

VITAS Healthcare recognizes the importance of a strong and innovative 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 patient and family advocates and are proactive in meeting the needs of patients and families. 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(r), providing friendly, non-medical patient and family care and offering support services in the office.

CAUSE AREAS

Arts & Culture
Seniors
Women
Arts & Culture, Seniors, Women

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Multiple locations Gainesville, FL 32606

(29.67718,-82.39082)
 

SKILLS

  • Bereavement Support
  • Hospice Care
  • Sewing

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+
  • Public Groups
  • Private Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 16
  • Orientation or Training
  • depends on skill level
  • Ability to sew and follow a pattern

Private Group Details

  • Group Size Range 1 - 50+
  • Event can be held virtually, at a volunteer group location (e.g. office, park) or at organization location(s)
  • No Donation

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