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Published 3/11/26 12:37PM

Retirees who are Compassionate Help Hospice Patients and Families

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Dallas, TX
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  • Details

    Commitment Details:
    Flexible- Volunteers are encouraged to commit to 2 hour shifts weekly or bi-weekly for 3 months!
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Disability, Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Compassionate and Ethical; complete applications process (18 years+; Auto-insurance; TB test, at no cost; submit COVID status or exemption; pass a background check); complete volunteer training.

    Description

    Hospice volunteers make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and caregivers. Our direct patient volunteers work in the home or at a senior living facility with terminally ill patients and their families. Open Volunteer Jobs throughout Dallas and Collin County include:

    Patient companionship: Talking, playing games, reading, engaging in hobbies.

    Caregiver respite: Sit with a patient for a set period giving a caregiver the opportunity for selfcare and complete needed activities. Other duties may include light household chores, shopping, transportation.

    Professional Volunteers (must have valid License or certifications): Hair stylist; pet therapy; aroma therapy; massage therapy; interpreters, etc.

    Administrative assistance: Assist with special projects, general office duties and patient outreach.

    There are many benefits to volunteering with hospice. Most of all you make a significant impact in the lives of hospice patients and families while experiencing personal fulfillment!

    Location

    On-site
    Dallas, Texas, US

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