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Lancaster, CA 93534
VITAS Healthcare(r) is looking for volunteers who are able to share their time with hospice patients living at home, in the hospital or in long term care facilities. Hospice volunteers give their time to terminally ill patients and their caregivers during a critical time. In orientation classes they are trained in listening skills, family dynamics and the right words to say to patients and their loved ones at the end of life. Visits made by our volunteers not only help each patient, but the families are truly touched as well. The shortest conversation can have the largest impact. VITAS volunteers provide relief care for caregivers, offer companionship for the patient, run errands and help in other meaningful ways. This is a great opportunity for you to give back to the community. By taking a small amount of time out of your busy week you can make the biggest difference in another’s life. VITAS takes pride in its volunteers, and we welcome you to become part of our team. There are many locations throughout the area you can choose from. Your commitment is completely up to you, whether you spend one day a week or one day a month. Your time is always appreciated. For more information about VITAS Volunteer Services visit https://www.vitas.com/volunteer.
Date Posted: Mar 12, 2025
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Palmdale, CA 93550
VITAS invites friendly and well-behaved pets to join the Paw Pals SM program, in which animals and their humans learn how to visit patients at the end of their life. A registered VITAS Paw Pals SM visitor can offer comfort, bring back memories, encourage activity and provide unconditional love to VITAS patients. Your visits leave behind memories of you and your pet, and rekindle thoughts of other pets. Pet visits can sometimes reach a patient when no one else can. Our Paw Pals SM brightens the day for everyone when they visit. All kinds of pets are invited to join VITAS’ Paw Pals Club. Paw Pals SM must be well-groomed, at least one- year old, and have up-to-date health records. For more information about VITAS visit VITAS.com.
Date Posted: Mar 12, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Camarillo, CA 93010
VITAS Healthcare(r) is looking for volunteers who are able to share their time with hospice patients living at home, in the hospital or in long term care facilities. Hospice volunteers give their time to terminally ill patients and their caregivers during a critical time. In orientation classes they are trained in listening skills, family dynamics and the right words to say to patients and their loved ones at the end of life. Visits made by our volunteers not only help each patient, but the families are truly touched as well. The shortest conversation can have the largest impact. VITAS volunteers provide relief care for caregivers, offer companionship for the patient, run errands and help in other meaningful ways. This is a great opportunity for you to give back to the community. By taking a small amount of time out of your busy week you can make the biggest difference in another’s life. VITAS takes pride in its volunteers, and we welcome you to become part of our team. There are many locations throughout the area you can choose from. Your commitment is completely up to you, whether you spend one day a week or one day a month. Your time is always appreciated. For more information about VITAS Volunteer Services visit https://www.vitas.com/volunteer.
Date Posted: Mar 12, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Encino, CA 91436
VITAS Healthcare(r) is looking for people who love to sew and who are able to share their skills with hospice patients and families. A Memory Bear, sewn by a volunteer with compassion and love, is a forever friend who can ease a hurting heart after the death of a VITAS hospice patient. Sewn from a favorite pair of jeans, a pullover top, dress, bathrobe or nightgown, a Memory Bear may recall the closeness of a loved one, bring a smile to someone in distress, or offer a sense of security to a child who feels alone after the loss of a parent or sibling. This is a great opportunity for you to give back to the community. By taking time out of your busy work week you can make the biggest difference in another’s life. For more information about VITAS visit VITAS.com/volunteer or call Lori Netzen at 818-971-3459
Date Posted: Mar 12, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Lancaster, CA 93534
Holistic and complementary therapies like guided imagery help hospice patients and their families embrace quality of life. VITAS(r) Healthcare is looking for compassionate Guided Imagery volunteers to create calm, peace, and body-mind harmony for patients by combining guided images and relaxing soft background music. Guided Imagery volunteers not only create an environment to reduce stress, anxiety, and restlessness, but also assist in relief of tension and emotional exhaustion. It’s meaningful work that we could not do without our volunteers. VITAS Guided Imagery volunteers must have a certificate of completion in Guided Imagery. We provide free volunteer orientation to help you learn about hospice and the patient visit. Volunteering is fulfilling and can also strengthen your resume for post-college job interviews and careers. Are you passionate about and experienced in guided imagery? Share your skills and this meaningful relaxation method with hospice patients and their families. For more information about VITAS Volunteer Services, visit https://www.vitas.com/volunteer.
Date Posted: Mar 12, 2025
