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Hospice Vigil Volunteer
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Pittsburgh, PA
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
Time Commitment:
Flexible
Commitment Details:
Hospice Vigil Volunteers typically serve on an as-needed basis, with shifts varying depending on patient circumstances. Visits may range from a few hours to overnight support, often scheduled around volunteer availability and hospice needs.
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
4
Cause Areas:
Family, Health & Medicine, Religion & Spirituality, Seniors & Retirement, Volunteering
Benefits:
Training Provided
Good For:
Public Groups, Age 55+
Participation Requirements:
Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
17+
Wheelchair Accessible
Description
A Hospice Vigil Volunteer provides compassionate presence and emotional support to hospice patients who may be in the final hours or days of life and who might otherwise be alone. Vigil volunteers offer calm companionship, comfort, and reassurance to patients and families during the dying process.
Location
On-site
Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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Instructions:
Please submit your application through Idealist by completing the volunteer application form and providing your contact information and availability. Qualified applicants may be contacted for a brief interview and orientation.
