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Minneapolis, MN 55412
At Caretenders Hospice, we understand that volunteers are an integral part of end-of-life care. Our volunteers make connections with terminally ill residents who need a hand to hold, a heart to listen, or have a story to share. "Our fingerprints don't fade from the lives we touched."-- Judy Blume Massage Therapy is one of the only ways terminal patients can find comfort without using medications. Some of our patients lack relaxation and a caring human touch; massage therapy can help accomplish these areas. We will provide you with knowledge on hospice and how our programs works, but leave it to the massage therapist to assess the patient and what they believe are their needs. If you are a Licensed Massage Therapist who would like to help hospice patients manage their pain or to simply help them relax. We have people throughout the Twin Cities in desperate need of your talent. Our volunteer companions are the true embodiment of Caretenders Hospice’s mission of enriching the lives of those we serve with compassion, respect, excellence, and integrity in their final journey in life. Caretenders Hospice serves people residing in their own residence, which may include private homes, skilled nursing facilities, assisted and independent living communities, and memory care units. We have volunteer positions open in the North Metro (Anoka, Blaine, North Oaks), Central Metro (Minneapolis, Saint Paul), South Metro (Edina, Eagan, Bloomington), and the West Metro (Minnetonka, Plymouth, Eden Prairie). Most of our volunteers commit approximately 1-2 hours of their time each week. Our visiting times are flexible and individualized to what is best for the resident as well as the volunteer. Please contact us to share your gifts and time. We would love to tell you more about our volunteer program. Our Volunteer Manager, Dana, looks forward to hearing from each of you and start you on your journey. "If you think you're too small to make a difference, try sleeping in a closed room with a mosquito." --African Proverb
Date Posted: Sep 17, 2024
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Eden Prairie, MN 55344
"When I look into the eyes of an animal. I do not see an animal. I see a living being. I see a friend. I see a soul."-A.D. Williams At Caretenders Hospice, we understand that volunteers are important for end-of-life care. Our volunteers and their pets make connections with terminally ill people who need a hand to hold, a heart to listen, and fur to scratch. Research has shown that petting dogs lowers stress levels and promotes relaxation. Dog visits help "break the ice" when meeting new people and can make the environment feel more like home. Would you and your dog like to make the day brighter for a terminally ill resident? Our companion dogs must be Certified Therapy dogs and be up to date with all vaccinations. Hospice volunteers are treated as a part of the hospice care team and are many times involved with creating patient visit plans. Volunteers help our residents spend their last days in comfort by giving laughter, friendship, entertainment, and companionship. We are currently looking for volunteers to visit people in the Metro Area: Edina, Eden Prairie, Plymouth, Maple Grove, North Oaks, and other surrounding areas. Most volunteers spend 2-4 hours/week visiting with our residents when it is best for both volunteer and resident. Could you be who we are looking for? Join our Pals on Paws Team! Dana, our Volunteer Manager, would love to hear from you!
Date Posted: Sep 17, 2024
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Minneapolis, MN 55411
"When I look into the eyes of an animal. I do not see an animal. I see a living being. I see a friend. I see a soul."-A.D. Williams At Caretenders Hospice, we understand that volunteers are important for end-of-life care. Our volunteers and their pets make connections with terminally ill people who need a hand to hold, a heart to listen, and fur to scratch. Research has shown that petting dogs lowers stress levels and promotes relaxation. Dog visits help "break the ice" when meeting new people and can make the environment feel more like home. Would you and your dog like to make the day brighter for a terminally ill resident? Our companion dogs must be Certified Therapy dogs and be up to date with all vaccinations. Hospice volunteers are treated as a part of the hospice care team and are many times involved with creating patient visit plans. Volunteers help our residents spend their last days in comfort by giving laughter, friendship, entertainment, and companionship. We are currently looking for volunteers to visit people in the Metro Area: Edina, Eden Prairie, Plymouth, Maple Grove, North Oaks, and other surrounding areas. Most volunteers spend 2-4 hours/week visiting with our residents when it is best for both volunteer and resident. Could you be who we are looking for? Join our Pals on Paws Team! Dana, our Volunteer Manager, would love to hear from you!
Date Posted: Sep 17, 2024
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North Oaks, MN 55127
At Caretenders Hospice, we understand that volunteers are an integral part of end of life care. Our volunteers make connections with terminally ill residents who need a hand to hold, a heart to listen, or have a story to share. "Our fingerprints don't fade from the lives we touched."-- Judy Blume Volunteer companions provide our residents with social and emotion support. During regularly scheduled visits, volunteers participate in activities with the residents such as reading the newspaper or books, taking walks, listening to music, sharing stories and reminiscing, or providing friendship by simply being present in their lives at that particular moment. Our volunteer companions are the true embodiment of Caretenders Hospice’smission of enriching the lives of those we serve with compassion, respect, excellence, and integrity in their final journey in life. Caretenders Hospice serves people residing in their own residence, which may include private homes, skilled nursing facilities, assisted and independent living communities, and memory care units. We have volunteer positions open in the North Oaks area. Most of our volunteers commit approximately 1-2 hours of their time each week. Our visiting times are flexible and individualized to what is best for the resident as well as the volunteer. Our volunteers are provided with all the training they may need and given the full support of our dedicated Brookdale Hospice Team. Our Volunteer Manager, Dana, looks forward to hearing from each of you and start you on your journey. "If you think you're too small to make a difference, try sleeping in a closed room with a mosquito." --African Proverb
Date Posted: Sep 17, 2024
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Minneapolis, MN 55412
Caretenders Hospice, now affiliated with LHC group healthcare, is proudly a partner of We Honor Veterans and we are committed to supporting individuals who have served our country with honor and valor. We believe this specialized volunteering approach provides our veterans with a unique opportunity that only an individual with similar experiences serving our country can provide them. "Honor to the soldier and sailor everywhere, who bravely bears his country's cause. Honor, also, to the citizen who cares for his brother in the field and serves, as he best can, the same cause." ― Abraham Lincoln Volunteers provide our residents with social and emotional support. During regularly scheduled visits, volunteers may assist with Veteran's Day Ceremonies, sharing stories, recording stories for the Veteran History Project, providing our veterans with companionship, and assisting families in applying for a Presidential Memorial Certificate. Caretenders Hospice serves people residing in their own residence, which may include private homes, skilled nursing facilities, assisted and independent living communities, and memory care units. We have volunteer positions open in the North Metro (Anoka, Champlin, Blaine, North Oaks), Central Metro (Minneapolis, Saint Paul), South Metro (Edina, Eagan, Bloomington), and the West Metro (Minnetonka, Plymouth, Eden Prairie). Most of our volunteers commit approximately 1-2 hours of their time each week. Our visiting times are flexible and individualized to what is best for the resident as well as the volunteer. Our volunteers are provided with all the training they may need and given the full support of our dedicated Brookdale Hospice Team. Make a Difference in the Lives of Hospice Patients Whether you want to see the impact you can make in the lives of patients directly or prefer to work behind the scenes, we invite you to become a member of a dedicated group of compassionate caregivers who serve as vital members of our hospice team. Caretenders Hospice - a proud member of the LHC Group family - has been serving Hennepin/Ramsey/Scott/Dakota counties for 10 years, and we have the honor of being a Level 3 We Honor Veterans partner. Hospice volunteers often say that helping those in need at a critical point in their lives is profoundly and emotionally meaningful. To learn how you can become a hospice volunteer in your community, call us today at 952-831-0193, email our Volunteer Manager, Dana Chandler at Dana.Chandler@lhcgroup.com, or apply on Volunteer Match today. "If you think you're too small to make a difference, try sleeping in a closed room with a mosquito." --African Proverb
Date Posted: Sep 17, 2024
