Encompass Hospice Volunteer Services Albertville, Al Branch

Thank you for considering volunteering with Encompass Hospice (Formerly Alacare)!

Become a friend when a friend is most needed! Our Visiting/Companionship Volunteers to go into hospice patient home settings to fulfill a variety of needs. A friendly visit from a hospice volunteer can brighten the lonely day of a patient and caregiver. Companionship volunteers spend time with patient by can painting nails, playing games, listening, discussing patient's interests, reading aloud, & much more. He or she can also provide the caregiver a much needed break, in order to rest, run and errand or go to an appointment. Volunteers are NEVER asked to provide direct patient care such has lifting patient, or providing hygiene care for patient.Visiting/Companionship Volunteers also can make deliveries for birthdays, special occasions, and holidays. This is a great way to get to know the people in your community and actively meet the needs of those living in your neighborhood. All required training is covered by Encompass. All volunteers are mentored by the Volunteer Coordinator until comfortable and confident to be independent.

About Encompass Hospice Albertville Branch

Location:9044 Highway 431 North, Albertville, AL 35950, US

Mission Statement

Connected Care, Superior Outcomes. We deliver the highest quality integrated inpatient and home-based care, seamlessly connecting with other providers across the healthcare continuum. For decision makers committed to higher-quality patient care, we inspire confidence in the achievement of unparalleled outcomes, more quickly and cost-effectively.

Description

Our volunteers are vitally important to our hospice program. Volunteers provide emotional support to our patients and families during the very important last chapter of our patients' lives. Some volunteers continue their support to the bereaved following the death of a patient. Volunteer Services are delivered directly to the patient in the home or in the office by supporting our hospice program administratively. Some volunteers even serve in a capacity from their own homes! Volunteer interaction is so very valuable to our patients and families, but is just as rewarding to our volunteers, who consider it an honor to work with them.