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Make A Joyful Sound: An Opportunity to Share your Musical Talent

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ORGANIZATION: Amedisys Hospice Care- Burlington NJ

Do you sing or play a musical instrument? You have the incredible opportunity to positively impact the lives of hospice patients through the power of music. Music possesses the remarkable ability to elevate their spirit, induce relaxation, and provide a sense of peace and joy.

Whether you're skilled with the keyboard, guitar, flute, harp, your own voice or any other instrument, your contribution can create a one-on-one experience for patients in the comfort of their personal residence or healthcare facility.

We work with your schedule and training is provided to equip you with the necessary skills and insights. By dedicating just one hour or more per week to volunteering, you have the power to make an immense difference in the life of another individual, while also enriching your own life in the process.

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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

Arts & Culture
Community
Health & Medicine
Arts & Culture, Community, Health & Medicine

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Burlington Township, NJ 08016

(40.07053,-74.86617)
 

SKILLS

  • Music Arts
  • Electronic Instrument
  • Keyboard Instrument
  • Singing
  • String Instrument
  • Wind Instrument

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • A Lasting Commitment
  • Comforting, patience, caring, musical, singer, creative thinking

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