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St. Louis, MO 63114
BJC Hospice is looking for licensed massage therapists and Reiki and Healing Touch practitioners who would like to volunteer their services and time for our adult and pediatric hospice program. Most visits will be to patients in their homes, and occasionally to patients in nursing homes or our in-patient hospice facility, Evelyn's House. Most visits focus on relieving patients' pain or anxiety. Visits may be one-time visits, or the volunteer may visit a patient two to four times a month, depending on what the patient needs. Overall, the time commitment is flexible. Massage therapists must be licensed, and Reiki and Healing Touch practitioners must provide certification or proof of training. Volunteer training will be provided. All BJC HealthCare volunteers must be vaccinated against Covid 19.
Date Posted: May 18, 2023
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Virtual Opportunity
BJC Hospice is looking for volunteers with sewing skills who can make activity "fidget" blankets - small, lap-sized blankets that we often give to patients with dementia . The blankets have different textures and items on them to provide sensory stimulation for patients with restless hands. Items that can go on an activity blanket include ribbons, patches, large buttons, large beads, pieces of fabric that have a lot of texture to them, miniature stuffed animals, etc. It can also be fun to include items like plastic measuring spoons, fasteners or plastic tools, which are great for patients who used to cook or do handyman projects. Examples of the types of items that can go on the blankets are pictured. Patients’ families say they are grateful to have these blankets - they can make all the difference for their loved ones who have busy hands and need something to do. For questions, contact Volunteer coordinator Mary Lindsley at mary.lindsley@bjc.org or 314-792-8151.
Date Posted: May 18, 2023
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Flexible Schedule
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Sullivan, MO 63080
BJC Hospice is seeking compassionate, caring individuals to support terminally ill patients and their families in the Cuba, MO, area and the Steelville. MO, area. This is a great opportunity to do meaningful work that has a significant impact, all while setting your own schedule and choosing your own assignments. Volunteers support patients who are in their homes, or in nursing homes, through: Companionship visits Respite visits so that caregivers can take a break Running errands Light housekeeping Volunteers will attend an orientation and receive ongoing support from the volunteer coordinator and hospice staff. You will not be providing hands-on care, and you will not be assigned to visit patients with contagious infections. If you have a heart for helping patients at the end of life, you can start your volunteer application by visiting http://www.bjchospice.org/Volunteers.aspx. For questions, contact Volunteer Coordinator Lilly Haanpaa at lillian.haanpaa@bjc.org or 573-205-2425. We’re looking forward to talking with you.
Date Posted: May 18, 2023
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Flexible Schedule
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St. Louis, MO 63114
BJC Hospice is seeking volunteers with certified pet therapy dogs to brighten the day of hospice patients. Pet therapy volunteers visit patients in residences or nursing homes in their community, or they can visit patients at Evelyn’s House, our new hospice house in Creve Coeur. Dogs must have pet therapy certification, and up-to-date vaccination records will need to be kept on file. The human half of the team will attend a comprehensive orientation for new volunteers. Volunteers will be able to set their own schedule for visits. All BJC HealthCare volunteers must be fully vaccinated against Covid 19. For questions, call Volunteer Coordinator Mary Lindsley at 314-953-1671, or email hospicevolunteer@bjc.org.
Date Posted: May 18, 2023
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Flexible Schedule
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St. Louis, MO 63114
BJC Hospice is seeking licensed hair dressers or barbers to cut and style hair for terminally ill patients. Often hospice patients are too sick to leave home, and getting a haircut for the first time in a long time can help them feel wonderful. You can visit patients in residences or nursing homes in the community, or you can visit patients at Evelyn’s House, our new hospice house that includes a salon. You will be able to visits patients on days and at times convenient for you (the time commitment would be about 3 to 7 hours a month). Your services will be provided to patients at no charge. You must have a valid license and will need to provide two professional references. You will need to attend a short volunteer orientation. All BJC HealthCare volunteers must be fully vaccinated against Covid 19. To learn more about this opportunity, call Volunteer Coordinator Mary Lindsley at 314-953-1671 or email hospicevolunteer@bjc.org.
Date Posted: May 18, 2023
