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Published 9/9/25 9:32AM

Volunteering: Small act, BIG Impact

Hybrid, Volunteer must be in or near Columbus, GA
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    We work around YOUR schedule. We are very flexible and only ask for a few hours
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    25
    Cause Areas:
    Men, Veterans, Volunteering, Women
    Good For:
    Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    15+

    Description

    Volunteering: Small act, BIG Impact

    We have opportunities to become a volunteer with Georgia Hospice Care. Known for our superior excellence in caring for our patients and caregivers.

    Georgia Hospice Care has multiple opportunities to be a direct care volunteer. Scan the QR code to visit our page, learn more about the opportunities and apply to be a volunteer!

    Room Visitor: Goal: Decrease isolation and negative feelings. Activity: Provide one on one stimulation- hold hands, listen to stories, watch tv, put on lotion, etc.

    Reader: Goal: Stimulation; distraction from current situation; prevent boredom. Activity: Read books that are of interest to the individual.

    Family Support: Goal: Provide comfort when staying extended periods of time. Activity: Retrieve snacks, blankets, etc. for family so they don’t have to leave the bedside

    Pet Therapy: Consider bringing you certified pet therapy animal to a patient who may be socially isolated, lonely or need a joyful visit.

    Special Interests: Individual with special interests or talents; for example, musicians, hair stylists, massage therapist, and more are encouraged to apply and donate their time and skills.

    Code Comfort: Goal: No person dies alone. Activity: Sitting with someone who is within 24/48hrs of dying to ensure they are not alone.

    Family Respite: Goal: Stress relief. Activity: Sit w/ patient while family leaves to take a break

    Memory/Comfort items: If you sew, crochet, you can assist our patients with memory items or handmade items for their loved ones to have.

    Location

    Hybrid
    Volunteer must be in or near Columbus, GA
    Associated Location
    Columbus, GA, USA

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