Music Volunteer (Hospice)

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Use the power of music to bring comfort, joy, and connection to those at the end of life.

We are looking for compassionate and musically inclined individuals to serve as Hospice Music Volunteers. In this special role, volunteers offer soothing, uplifting, or familiar music to patients through singing, playing instruments, or simply sharing favorite songs-individually or in small group settings.

Music volunteers visit patients in private homes, assisted living communities, or hospice facilities. Whether you're a trained musician or simply love to share music with others, your presence can bring peace and meaningful connection to patients and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide live or recorded music during patient visits

• Engage patients through song, rhythm, or musical conversation

• Offer emotional and spiritual support through musical presence

• Work with the care team and volunteer coordinator to ensure appropriate matches and experiences

Ideal Qualities:

• Warm, empathetic, and a good listener

• Comfortable with the hospice environment and sensitive to patients' needs

• Musically skilled or enthusiastic about sharing music in a thoughtful way

• Able to adapt musical offerings based on patient preferences and abilities

• Able to commit to regular visits (typically 1-2 hours weekly)

Scheduling is flexible and coordinated around your availability and patient needs.

Training and support are provided.