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Would you like to make a difference in someone's life? Become a Vigil Volunteer.

Gentiva Hospice-kissimmee
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Kissimmee, FL
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    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    Volunteer should be able to commit to a few days a week.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Teens, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    16+
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    The vigil Volunteer offers companionship, comfort and presence to patients during the time immediately prior to death. Support can be provided to patients who have no family to be with them or to provide support and guidance to families and caregivers, helping to relieve the unknown; this may also include staff if the patient resides at a facility. Support is provided in a variety of ways, including being a calm presence, talking and listening to the family caregivers, or sharing silence.

    The vigil Volunteer offers companionship, comfort and presence to patients during the time immediately prior to death. Support can be provided to patients who have no family to be with them or to provide support and guidance to families and caregivers, helping to relieve the unknown; this may also include staff if the patient resides at a facility. Support is provided in a variety of ways, including being a calm presence, talking and listening to the family caregivers, or sharing silence.

    Location

    On-site

    Gentiva Hospice

    Kissimmee, FL, USA

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