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Independence, MO 64050
Ascend hospice is looking for musically gifted volunteers to sing or play for patients on our service. We would love to hear from you, no talent is too small! Music provides avenues for communication that can be helpful to those who find it difficult to express themselves in words and can provide positive memories. Ascend's volunteer department provides training and support services for volunteers to find fulfillment and provide joy. For more information about this opportunity please contact our office at 816-584-8111 and ask to speak with a Volunteer Coordinator.
Date Posted: 2024-05-06
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Kansas City, MO 64153
Ascend hospice is seeking out individuals or groups with sewing and crafting talents in the extended KC metro area. Many of the over 300 hospice patients we currently serve would greatly benefit from from the loving touch of hand made blankets, fidget lap blankets (tactile stimulation and distraction for dementia patients), and neck pillows for support. Please reach out if you are interested in more information about volunteering for Ascend. For information on training and support services available, please contact our office and ask to speak with our Volunteer Coordinator, at: 816-584-8111
Date Posted: 2024-05-06
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Blue Springs, MO 64014
Ascend Hospice vigil volunteers offer gift of time and companionship to patients and families experiencing the final hours. Vigil volunteers are valuable volunteers that can just be present with the patient, provide reassurance, or even hold a hand. These volunteers learn through experience the need for companionship either for the patient or the family or both during their final journey here on earth. Our vigil volunteers provide the support and physical presence that patients and family’s needs. These volunteers can do that by Being a calm presence, Sitting together, Talking and listening, Shared silence, Healing touch through aromatherapy, playing inspirational music. NOTE: We have had several lovely volunteers respond multiple times indicating their interest. It appears that our replies to you are sometimes blocked or filtered. Please mark us a safe sender, check your spam folder for replies, and/or provide a phone number as a secondary contact method to ensure we can connect you!
Date Posted: 2024-05-06
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Kansas City, MO 64153
Ascend Hospice is looking for a dedicated, self-driven person to make an impact in the life of local terminally ill patients. We are in need of someone who is wanting to make a difference through their artistic and skills. Ascend Hospice is currently needing a volunteer to cut hair for our hospice patients, You must be certified cosmetologist in the state of MO. For information on training and support services available, please contact our office and ask to speak with our Volunteer Coordinator, at: 816-584-8111
Date Posted: 2024-05-06
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Harrisonville, MO 64701
Ascend Hospice is looking for musically gifted individuals willing to volunteer their time and talents bring smiles to the face of our hospice patients and their families. The powerful connection that music is able to provide in all of our lives is amazing, so we welcome an volunteer who would be interested in playing music or singing for our patients. For information on training and support services available, please contact our office at: 816-584-8111 and ask to speak with a Volunteer Coordinator. NOTE: We have had several lovely volunteers respond multiple times indicating their interest. It appears that our replies to you are sometimes blocked or filtered. Please mark us a safe sender, check your spam folder for replies, and/or provide a phone number as a secondary contact method to ensure we can connect you!
Date Posted: 2024-05-06