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Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Volunteering with Amedisys Hospice-Murfreesboro during the summer can be a rewarding experience. Here are some ways you can get involved: Support for Patients: Spend time with patients by visiting, reading, or taking walks. Write personalized letters and birthday cards. If you have necessary certification, you can even provide massage therapy. Respite and Support for Family Members: Assist with shopping or light household maintenance. Allow family caregivers time to take care of necessary errands or have some personal time. Help care for a family pet. Bereavement Support Programs: Work closely with the hospice’s bereavement staff. Assist with support group facilitation, serve refreshments, or help with mailings to families. Administrative Work: Use your clerical skills to help with administrative duties in the hospice office. Special Skills and Interests: Volunteer services such as notary, barber, beautician, or musician. Remember that most hospices require volunteers to be over the age of 18 or 21, but some have programs for high school students. If you’re interested, start by contacting your local RVC, Tamara Fuller at 901-215-7238. Or you can apply online https://bttr.im/t2xqn Your contribution can make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families.
Date Posted: Jun 5, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Become a Hospice Companion with Amedisys Hospice-Murfreesboro Do you enjoy reading, watching movies, chatting with a friend, arts and crafts? Have you ever thought about how you can make difference in our community by serving others? That is the magic of being a volunteer with Amedisys Hospice. You can be doing the very things that you enjoy the most while making an impact in another’s life. We work with you to match your interests, skills, and passions to meet the greatest needs of our patients and their families. You might choose to visit patients and discuss last night’s football game, assist with household chores, gardening, or reading to a patient. If you have a passion for caring for others and are looking for a way to make a difference in people’s lives, consider becoming a hospice volunteer. Amedisys Hospice gives patients who are facing a life-limiting illness the freedom to live ALL the days of their lives by offering comfort, dignity, and quality of life. As a hospice volunteer and an important part of our hospice care team, you can help improve the quality of life for our patients, their families, and their caregivers. Offering Companionship by visiting patients Providing respite for patient's caregivers Grocery Shopping/Running Errand " Time is valuable. And at the end of life, every moment matters. Consider giving some of your time to make others’ lives brighter. You may find that your life becomes brighter too." If you are interested, please contact Tamara Fuller, Regional Volunteer Coordinator @ 901-215-7238 or email tamara.fuller@amedisys.com Start your application online! Copy and paste the link below: https://app.betterimpact.com/Application?OrganizationGuid=a4fce088-9465-420d-924f-fe58e6835784&ApplicationFormNumber=1
Date Posted: Jun 5, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Become a Hospice Volunteer Tuck-In Caller: Bring Comfort to Those in Need At Amedisys Hospice, we are committed to providing compassionate care to individuals at the end of their life journey. We are looking for Volunteer Tuck-In Callers to make a meaningful difference by offering comfort and companionship to our patients during their final stages of life. Position Overview: As a Hospice Volunteer Tuck-In Caller, you will reach out to patients and their families at the end of each day, offering a caring voice, checking on their well-being, and ensuring they feel supported and reassured. Your calls will help create a sense of peace and connection, allowing patients and families to rest easier knowing they are not alone. Key Responsibilities: Make weekly phone calls to hospice patients and families to check if they need additional supplies and medications. Provide emotional support and reassurance to patients and families. Document the outcome of each call and report any urgent concerns to the care team. Offer a friendly, compassionate, and listening ear during a difficult time. Qualifications: A compassionate, empathetic, and patient demeanor. Strong communication skills with an ability to offer comfort through a phone call. Ability to handle sensitive conversations with care and respect. No prior healthcare experience required-just a heart for helping others. A willingness to undergo a background check and training provided by the hospice team. Why Volunteer with Us? A chance to make a real, positive impact in the lives of patients and their families. Flexible hours that fit your schedule. Training and support from our experienced hospice team. The opportunity to be part of a dedicated, compassionate volunteer network. A meaningful way to give back to your community. If you're ready to offer comfort and companionship during one of the most important times in a person's life, we invite you to apply to be a Hospice Volunteer Tuck-In Caller. Contact our Regional Volunteer Coordinator, Tamara Fuller at (901) 215-7238
Date Posted: Jun 5, 2025
