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Provide Companionship, Dignity, Respect and Comfort to a Hospice Patient
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A hospice volunteer is someone who wants to make a difference. Our volunteers help by bringing joy to patients and families, offering companionship and compassionate presence, among many other things. The rewards of hospice volunteering are meaningful and powerful, enriching ourselves as we provide care for others. We provide training that is uplifting, as well as informative, and can be done at your own pace.
Location
Homes and Nursing Facilities
How to Volunteer for This Opportunity
Please copy the questionnaire and send to hmbeck@constellationhs.com
Patient Visit Support
Have you experienced the loss of close family member within the year: Yes No
What, if any, experience do you have with death and dying?
How would you describe yourself?
Why are you interested in hospice volunteering?
What about hospice volunteering interests and/or concerns you?
What are your expectations?
What do your friends/family think about your choice of hospice volunteering?
Who do you count on for support?
How, if at all, does religion/spirituality play a role in your life?
What is your opinion about an afterlife? How would you handle discussions with those who disagree?
How would you approach a visit with someone who has a very different culture/lifestyle/religion from you?
Are there any situations in which you would be uncomfortable (e.g., family systems, home settings, ages of patients, diagnoses, etc.)?
What are your hobbies, interests, additional schooling, certifications, etc.?
Are you willing/able to make a commitment for one year?
What is your availability for visiting patients –how many hours per week or month?
What towns are you willing to visit?
What questions do you have?
