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Hospice Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Heart of Hospice
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2 people are interested
- Administration- Patient satisfaction is a critical component of healthcare quality, and office support staff significantly impacts this aspect. Positive enteractions with administrative staff can enhance a patientd's overall experience, fostering a sense of trust and reasurance. From the moment a patient walks into a healthcare facility, the demeanor and efficiency of the office staff can influencetheir perception of the care they will receive. In summary, office volunteers play a crucial role in hospice care by managing essential administrative tasks such as filing records, handling mailing duties, and supporting communtiy outreach efforts.
- General Support- Hospice volunteers play an essential role in supporting clients and their famililes during a challenging time in thier lives. Volunteer contributions are crucial providing a wide range of services that enhance the quality of care and the overall experience for patients in hospice. Some of the general supports we provide are community events, we decorate and plan as well as being creative by designing arts and crafts for our patients.
- Pateint Care- Hospice volunteers play a vital role in enhancing the patient care experience for individuals in hospice settings. Their contributions- ranging from emotional support and companionship to practical assistance such as yard work, listening, animal care cooking and advocacy.
- Bereavment- Our volunteers provide in person support for indivduals and thier families as they navigate the grieving process following the death of a loved one. Volunteers assist with arrangements after death, agency memorial services, and write letters to families.
We Provide a range of volunteer opportinities and are eager to collaborate with our volunteers to help them discover what they truly enjoy. We serve the greater Gretna area and nearby locations, allowing volunteers to find opportunities close to home.
If you are interested in taking the next step contact Latashaw Winters- Volunteer Manager 985.687.4793
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About Heart of Hospice
Location:
1700 Belle Chasse Hwy Bldg B Suite 230, Gretna, LA 70056, US
Mission Statement
We believe that all hospice eligible patients and those who love them deserve the best care at the end of life. Our mission is to serve all patients the way they desire to be served.
Description
In 2014, Heart of Hospice was purchased by
Evening Post Industries (EPI), a privately
held, family-owned company. EPI believed
that Heart of Hospice could lead transformation in the industry through commitment
to breaking barriers to access and providing
quality, end-of-life care to all eligible hospice
patients. With strong, experienced leadership,
Heart of Hospice has become the transformative hospice that was envisioned and each day
strives to serve all patients and families who
need and desire our care.
Administrative
Administrative volunteers support daily
office functions such as filing, mailing,
organization, data entry, and telephone
duty.
Direct Patient Care
Direct patient care volunteers interact
with patients and their loved ones by
providing companionship or respite for
family members, running errands, or
completing yardwork and other helpful
tasks.
Speciality Program
Each location has specialty programs
developed to address the unique needs
of patients and their loved ones, such as
Veteran-to-Veteran volunteering or Pet
Companionship.
CAUSE AREAS
Advocacy & Human Rights,
Community,
Crisis Support
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
1700 Belle Chasse Hwy. Blg. B Suite 230Gretna, LA 70056
(29.89532 ,-90.04109 )
DATE POSTED
May 24, 2025
SKILLS
- Administrative Support
- Data Entry
- Bereavement Support
- Hospice Care
- Knitting
- Sewing
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Public Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- flexible