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Flexible Schedule
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Sioux Falls, SD 57104
If you are a licensed massage or Reiki therapist, please consider volunteering with Sanford Hospice. Many of our patients benefit greatly from therapeutic touch and massage, giving them some relief from their pain and emotional suffering. We are looking for a few therapists that we can call on perhaps once a month as we receive requests from patients. Volunteer service will occur in a facility setting such as our cottages or acute care facility, Ava's House, or at a patient's residence. Thank you for considering helping us out in this very specialized and unique way.
Date Posted: May 30, 2018
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Flexible Schedule
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Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Sanford Health Ava’s House provides 24-hour nursing care to patients of all ages in a home-like environment. We ensure that patients have a comforting place to turn when symptoms and pain are beyond the scope of care provided at the Sanford Hospice Cottages or delivered in the hospital, long-term care facilities or in-home settings. Ava's House features 16 adult and 4 pediatric patient rooms. Honoring its namesake, Ava Holder, who passed away at 4 years old after a courageous battle with cancer, Ava’s House offers one of only four in-patient pediatric hospice programs in the country. Companion Volunteer Companion Volunteers serve as a connection to our hospice care team. They meet with patients face-to-face and discuss a variety of topics. Companions also work to instill hope in our patients and their families through reflection, devotion and activity. Volunteers should come eager to share their unique talents, such as writing, music, art, and reading. Simply being present is the greatest gift you can offer. While duties may vary, expect the following to occur regularly: Lift spirits, read to, and reminisce with patients and families Documentation of visit(s) with patient and family members on designated forms Learn more about Ava's House here: https://www.sanfordhealth.org/sioux-falls/services/hospice/avas-house
Date Posted: Apr 6, 2017
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Flexible Schedule
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Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Sanford Hospice is seeking a handful of volunteers in the Sioux Falls, SD area (radius of 3 hours in any direction) to visit with patients in our care that reside in your own community. The perfect volunteer is a Veteran, historical buff or passionate American who is eager to listen to as well as share his or her stories with patients. It is important to establish a bond with whoever you are visiting with. Veteran Pals will visit in home or in a facility, depending on the patient’s preferences. This is a perfect opportunity for anyone who loves to listen, and share the joys of life. To volunteer, Express Interest below. For more information, call Pam Merchant at (605) 312-5511 or email Pamela.Merchant@sanfordhealth.org.
Date Posted: Jun 19, 2017
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Flexible Schedule
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Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Hospice Chaplain volunteers are an integral part of the healing process for our patients and families. As a Chaplain volunteer you will have the opportunity to work with families across the midwest, and build relationships that are truly life-changing. Consider joining our team today. This position will have the opportuntiy to travel around the area of Sioux Falls, South Dakota to patients in cottages, Ava's House, in home or nursing facilities. To volunteer, Express Interest below. For more information, call (605) 312-5500 and ask for Dan.
Date Posted: Mar 3, 2017
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Flexible Schedule
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Sioux Falls, SD 57106
Share your time as a cottage volunteer with Sanford Health Hospice and establish relationships that will carry with you for a lifetime. Our volunteers visit with patients in our cottages in South Daktoa and Minnesota. On recurring schedules, volunteers work to build strong bonds with patients and families. You may not need hospice right now, but hospice needs you. Consider joining our team today. High school (age 16 and over) and college students most welcomed! To volunteer, Express Interest below. For more information, call Pam Merchant at (605) 312-5511 or Pamela.Merchant@sanfordhealth.org.
Date Posted: Mar 3, 2017
