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Published 4 days ago

What are your summer plans? ☀️ Some hospice patients go days without a visitor. One hour of your week could mean everything to a lonely senior in our community. Become a hospice volunteer and spend time chatting, listening to stories, playing music, or simply being present.

Providence Hospice of Wichita
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Wichita, KS
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours
    Commitment Details:
    Typical patient visit: about 1 hour per week per patient — but you choose your level of involvement. Some volunteers visit multiple patients giving as much time as they’re able.
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Conflict Resolution, Consumer Protection, Mental Health, Seniors & Retirement, Veterans
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Kids, Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, Private Corporate Groups
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    17+
    Other Requirements:
    Youth volunteers are welcome! Individuals ages 16–17 may volunteer with a parent or guardian (18+), and those 18 and older may volunteer independently.
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    📍 Providence Home Health & Hospice

    9415 E Harry St., Suite 703

    Wichita, KS 67207

    📞 316-558-5956

    Stop by Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM–4:30 PM to fill out an application or ask questions.

    Help someone feel remembered this summer. 🌻

    Volunteer Application Process

    1. Stop by the office Monday–Friday between 9:30 AM–4:30 PM to fill out an application.
    2. Complete a background check and drug screening.
    3. Complete a 2-step TB test.
    4. Attend volunteer orientation and training.
    5. Shadow experienced staff or volunteers before independent visits.
    6. Choose the patients, facilities, or volunteer opportunities that fit your schedule.

    If you plan to drive to patient visits, please bring your driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.

    Hospice volunteering is not about being perfect. It’s about showing up. One conversation can change someone’s entire week. 🌻

    Providence has a Volunteer Coordinator who will help you every step of the way. Call today, don’t delay.

    Location

    On-site

    Providence Hospice

    9415 E Harry St, Wichita, KS 67207, USA
    Suite 703
    Directions

    📍 Providence Home Health & Hospice

    9415 E Harry St, Suite 703

    Wichita, KS 67207

    📞 316-558-5956

    Located in the office park near Harry & Webb Road in East Wichita.

    Please fill out this form

    Instructions:

    Next Steps to Become a Hospice Volunteer 🌻

    1. Stop by the office Monday–Friday between 9:30 AM–4:30 PM to fill out an application.
    2. Bring a valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance if you drive.
    3. Complete a background check, drug screening, and 2-step TB test.
    4. Attend volunteer orientation and training with the Volunteer Coordinator.
    5. Shadow visits will be provided before seeing patients independently.
    6. Choose volunteer opportunities and a schedule that work best for you.

    📍 Providence Home Health & Hospice

    📞 316-558-5956

    Providence has a Volunteer Coordinator who will help guide you every step of the way. Call today and get started helping seniors in your community.

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