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Council Bluffs, IA 51501
Serve as a friend/companion to an elderly hospice patient to reduce social isolation and bring meaning to the life of someone in need! Primary Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities may include, but not limited to the following: Companionship visits - general conversation, watching movies, playing card and board games, knitting together, doing puzzles, painting Vigil visits - sitting bedside providing supportive presence to individuals who are in the last hours and days of life Yardwork and snow removal - at private patient homes Handyman - small home repairs, removing furniture, hanging photos Time Commitment: There is no minimum number of hours to volunteer, OnCare is happy to utilize whatever you are able to commit. Direct patient care is typically a 1-2 hour commitment per week in order to successfully build rapport with the patient and their family. Timing is flexible. We can utilize volunteers any time of day or night, during the week, on weekends and on holidays. Educational/Professional: Successful completion of 7 hour online OnCare volunteer training. Training is web-based and done at your own pace. After completion of the online training, volunteers will complete visits with the Volunteer Coordinator until they feel comfortable performing visits independently.
Date Posted: Jun 9, 2025
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Omaha, NE 68130
Offer comfort, peace, and presence to those in their final moments. Make a profound impact simply by being there. Are you someone who feels called to sit quietly with those at the end of life? Do you believe no one should die alone? As an 11th Hour/Vigil Volunteer, you will be a comforting presence at the bedside of patients during their final hours-offering silent support, holding a hand, reading softly, or simply sitting in peaceful stillness. Your presence alone can provide deep comfort to both the patient and their loved ones, reassuring families that their loved one is not alone. This sacred role is especially meaningful for those who are compassionate, calm under pressure, and comfortable in emotionally tender situations. You will be part of a small, dedicated team of volunteers who are called upon when the need arises-often during evenings, nights, weekends, or holidays. Whether you stay for one hour or four, your time matters. You don’t need medical expertise-just a caring heart and the ability to sit in silence, offer presence, and witness the end of life with dignity and compassion. Primary Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: * Vigil visits - sitting bedside with patients in their final hours or days to ensure they are not alone * Providing a calm and reassuring presence to both patients and their families * Holding hands, reading softly, playing soothing music, or offering quiet companionship * Alerting hospice staff if any needs or concerns arise during a vigil visit Time Commitment: There is no required minimum number of hours. Vigil visits are typically 2-4 hours and may occur during the day, overnight, or on weekends/holidays-timing is flexible and based on your availability. Volunteers are contacted as vigil needs arise and can choose whether they are able to respond. Educational/Professional: Successful completion of the 7-hour online OnCare volunteer training is required. Training is self-paced and web-based. After online training, volunteers are supported through in-person or virtual shadowing visits with the Volunteer Coordinator until they feel confident to serve independently.
Date Posted: May 14, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Omaha, NE 68130
Respectfully celebrate patients who are veterans, recognize their contributions to America's freedom, say "thank you" for a job well done, and address the unique challenges that may exist in end-of-life care for military families. Primary Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities may include, but not limited to the following: 1. Promote and practive the Hospice mission and values and follow policies and procedures for OnCare Hospice. 2. Offer veterans the opportunity to choose from various services tailored for them such as companionship, recgonition ceremonies, life legacies, comfort services, family caregiver support, and grief support. 3. Perform pinning ceremonies for veteran patients. 4. Facilitate life legacy projects. Time Commitment: There is no minimum number of hours to volunteer, OnCare is happy to utilize whatever you are able to commit. Direct patient care is typically a 1-2 hour commitment per week in order to successfuly build rapport with the patient and their family. Timing is flexible. We can utilize volunteers any time of day or night, during the week, on weekends and on holidays. Educational/Professional: Successful completion of 7 hour online OnCare volunteer training. Training is web-based and done at your own pace. After completion of the online training, volunteers will complete visits with the Volunteer Coordinator until they feel comfortable performing visits independently. In order to perform pinning ceremonies, the volunteer must be a US Military Veteran or active duty member.
Date Posted: May 22, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
Our hospice patients are in need of fidget blankets to be donated! Fidget blankets provide dementia patients with a soothing sense of touch. The fidget blankets also provide cognitive stimulation to help mitigate boredom and prevent patients from interfering with medical devices or picking at their skin. Average size: 21" x 21" - ideal for laps Materials suggested: Fleece Minky fabric Cotton that can be washed Mixture of several fabrics that are soft to touch Some good items to include in a fidget blanket are: Movable objects like beads, spools of thread, zippers, or belt buckles Soft, fluffy objects like yarn, ribbons, or fabric swatches A pocket with something attached by ribbon or string A small stretch-coiled wrist band with an object attached Velcro strips Button-down shirt tops or ties Hair elastics Keys or jingle bells Donations of completed blanket can be directed to Allie Schjoth, Psychosocial Manager at 402-403-4330 or by dropping them off at our office in Omaha near 168th & Center.
Date Posted: May 2, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Peoria, AZ 85383
The pet therapy volunteer is a member of the interdisciplinary team with a desire to support patients and families in the Hospice program through visits with their therapy animals. Pet visitation takes place in patients' homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Qualifications: We welcome all animals/pets for therapy including cats, dogs, pigs, miniature horses, goats, chickens, and more! Animals must be well-behaved, friendly, and up-to-date on all necessary vaccines. Time Commitment:There is no minimum number of hours to volunteer, OnCare is happy to utilize whatever you are able to commit. Direct patient care is typically a 1-2 hour commitment per week in order to successfully build rapport with the patient and their family. Timing is flexible. We can utilize volunteers any time of day or night, during the week, on weekends and on holidays. Educational/Professional: Successful completion of 7 hour online OnCare volunteer training. Training is web-based and done at your own pace. After completion of the online training, volunteers will complete visits with the Volunteer Coordinator until they feel comfortable performing visits
Date Posted: Jun 4, 2025
