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Writing From the Heart: Become A Hospice Penpal
ORGANIZATION: Compassionate Care Hospice - Linwood
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1 person is 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 Compassionate Care Hospice - Linwood
Location:
1201 New Road, Linwood, NJ 08221, US
Mission Statement
If you have a passion for caring for others and would love to make a difference in someone's life at end-of-life, consider becoming a Companionship volunteer. As a hospice volunteer you are an important part of our hospice team. You can help improve the quality of life for our patient's, their families, and caregivers. Companionship and socialization are important for the health of our patient’s. Making a difference in someone’s life at end-of-life, is a very wonderful and fulfilling experience. For patients on hospice care, volunteers play an essential role. Whether they’re simply being present with a patient or helping behind the scenes.
Description
Currently looking for volunteers for:
- Companionship/Socialization visits
- Write a Pen Pal Letter
- Making weekly telephone calls
- Veteran to Veteran visits
- Grocery shopping and/or running errands for patient/families
- Provide respite for caregivers while visiting with the patient
- Bereavement volunteer
- Deliver a Birthday gift
Special Projects:
- Crafting and delivering seasonal gifts to patients
- Sending birthday cards
- Create a Life Board
Professional Volunteers, using your talents:
- Massage/Reiki/and other alternative therapies
- Music therapy
- Art therapy
- Hairdresser/Barber
- Pet Therapy
- Videographer, Photographer
CAUSE AREAS
Community,
Health & Medicine,
Seniors
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Linwood, NJ 08221
(39.35384 ,-74.5751 )
DATE POSTED
March 18, 2025
SKILLS
- Administrative Support
- Drawing
- Reading / Writing
- Bereavement Support
- Patient Care
- Hospice Care
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- A Lasting Commitment