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117 people are interested
No person should die ALONE
ORGANIZATION: Heartland Hospice
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117 people are interested
Our clients and their families are always in need of volunteers to provide them with extra care. There are several roles that a volunteer can fulfill:
*Friendly Visitor Volunteers (spend time with patients providing comfort by sitting, talking, reading).
*Respite volunteers (allow caregivers of homebound patients to take a needed break).
*Vigil Volunteers (sit at bedside of dying patients).
As a hospice volunteer, you will be oriented to the hospice program so you can understand our caring philosophy and goals. Volunteers have a critical contribution to the hospice experience. We work with your schedule, so contact us today, and let's make a difference together! Our screening process includes an application, background check and in-person training.
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About Heartland Hospice
Location:
Administrative Office, 1010 Executive Drive Suite 200, Westmont, IL 60559, US
Mission Statement
Our Mission is to improve your health and well-being.
Description
Heartland Hospice volunteers offer support, companionship and practical, compassionate help. Some interact directly with patients and families. Others prefer to work behind the scenes in the office setting. As a volunteer, you help determine which tasks you’re best suited to perform. The tasks of volunteers include:
- Helping with office support tasks at the agency
- Running errands for patients and families
- Staying with patients so family members can get a much-needed rest
- Reading, or providing a comforting touch
- Playing or singing soothing music to patients
- Keeping vigil with patients in their final hours
These and other tasks are why hospice volunteers are such an essential part of the Heartland experience.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Administrative Office1010 Executive Drive, Suite 200Westmont, IL 60559
DATE POSTED
April 16, 2018
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Veteran Care
- Hospice Care
- Relationship Building
- Verbal / Written Communication
- Bereavement Support
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- time commitment varies
- Please note that all volunteers must adhere to a TB test.