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Hospice Companion

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ORGANIZATION: Swan Hospice

  • 4 people are interested

Are you compassionate, empathetic, and looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others? Join our team as a Hospice Volunteer and offer valuable companionship to patients at the end of life. Your presence can bring comfort, reduce feelings of isolation, and provide emotional support to those in need.

Role Responsibilities:

  • Spend time with hospice patients in their homes or facilities
  • Provide companionship through conversation, reading, or simply being present
  • Offer emotional support to patients and their families
  • Respect patient confidentiality and wishes

Why Volunteer with Us?

  • Make a lasting, positive impact on individuals and families during a challenging time
  • Flexible hours and location to fit your schedule
  • Receive training and support to help you succeed in this fulfilling role
  • Gain a deeper understanding of end-of-life care and hospice work

Requirements:

  • Compassionate and patient demeanor
  • Ability to listen and engage with people of all backgrounds
  • Reliable and committed to serving others
  • Training will be provided

If you're ready to offer companionship and emotional support to those who need it most, we invite you to apply today. Help us bring comfort and peace to hospice patients during their final journey.

Flexible time commitments, do what works for you!

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About Swan Hospice

Location:

15 American Avenue, Lakewood, NJ 08701, US

Mission Statement

Swan Hospice offers comfort and warmth at a time when it is most needed. As a team, we help patients and families find calm and healing so they can gracefully embrace the impending loss of a loved one.

Description

Our staff is competent and trustworthy, but above all, compassionate. We see our role as a privilege and serve our patients with passion and pride. In addition to the experience we provide and the relationships we cultivate, our hospice care is defined by the permanent impressions we leave on our patients and their families.

CAUSE AREAS

Community
Health & Medicine
Seniors
Community, Health & Medicine, Seniors

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Old Bridge, NJ 08857

(40.38799,-74.33529)
 

SKILLS

  • Aromatherapy
  • Bereavement Support
  • Patient Care
  • Hospice Care
  • Veteran Care

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 2 hours per month to remain an active Volunteer.

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