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Volunteer
As a hospice volunteer, you may make a difference and develop enduring relationships. Numerous volunteers became aware of hospice after using its services firsthand. Before joining the program, new volunteers are asked to wait a year after their loss. We offer a wide range of needs, so you can select the role that best suits your comfort level.
Provided in the comfort of a patient’s home whether that be a private residence, nursing home, assisted living, or personal care home. Services are provided on an intermittent basis according to the plan of care. On call services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Examples of what this volunteer might do:
• Visit with patients to provide companionship and life review• Simple arts and crafts
• Playing or singing soothing, comforting music to patients
• Provide relief to a patient’s family so they can get much needed rest or make a quick trip to the grocery store
• Run errands for patients and families
• Cut and style a patient’s hair
• Provide a supportive presence to patients during the final hours
• Provide spiritual support
Bereavement support is offered to help survivors cope with their loss and to facilitate the natural grief process.
Examples of what this volunteer might do:
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Sew memory pillows from a patient’s favorite shirt that become a keepsake for the family
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Bake and deliver a cake or pie to a family after the death of their loved one
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Assist with newsletter mailings
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Assist with planning and facilitating memorial services
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Clerical volunteers provide additional office support by answering and making telephone calls, filing, and mailings.
