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Writing From the Heart: Become A Hospice Penpal

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ORGANIZATION: Amedisys Hospice Care- Burlington NJ

  • 10 people are interested

Are you looking for a heartfelt way to give back and connect with others? Become a remote penpal for a hospice patient! Many of our patients would love to receive cards filled with warmth, positivity and a friendly voice.

As a penpal, your letters will bring a special light into the lives of those facing serious illness. Just a few words can make a huge difference, offering comfort, joy, and companionship.

How it works:

  • Cards, envelopes and stamps are provided
  • Share stories, poems, encouraging messages, or whatever brings a smile.

Anyone with a caring heart and a desire to make a difference has the power to touch a life through this unique opportunity.

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About Amedisys Hospice Care- Burlington NJ

Location:

261 Connecticut Drive Suite 1, Burlington, NJ 08016, 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, reach out to Amedisys Hospice Office in Burlington NJ- (609) 267-1178

CAUSE AREAS

Crisis Support
Health & Medicine
Veterans & Military Families
Crisis Support, Health & Medicine, Veterans & Military Families

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.

SKILLS

  • Administrative Support
  • Drawing
  • Reading / Writing
  • Bereavement Support
  • Case Work / Management
  • Hospice Care

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 16
  • Orientation or Training
  • A Lasting Commitment
  • Creative Thinking, passionate, loves to write

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