Give Caregivers a Break – On-Call Volunteers Needed!

Caregivers provide essential support to patients, but they also need breaks. As a Caregiver Respite Volunteer with CorsoCare, you’ll provide short-term support for families, giving caregivers time to rest, run errands, or take care of personal needs while ensuring patients remain safe and comfortable. What You’ll Do Sit with patients in the home or care setting while caregivers take a needed break Provide companionship, emotional support, and safety for patients Engage patients in light activities such as conversation, reading, or quiet reflection Offer peace of mind to families knowing their loved one is in capable, caring hands How On-Call Volunteering Works Volunteers are placed on an on-call schedule for their local area (within about 1 hour of their home base) based on their availability Volunteers are required to provide support on a recurring basis for their scheduled on-call shifts. For example, if you are scheduled for Wednesdays, you may be called to provide respite on any Wednesday when a caregiver request occurs While unforeseen circumstances may occasionally prevent participation, regular commitment to your scheduled shifts is expected Why Volunteer Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families Flexible, on-call schedule tailored to your personal availability Gain experience in healthcare, social work, or volunteer support programs Requirements Compassion, reliability, and a caring attitude Completion of volunteer training program Background check and TB test Provide compassionate support for families while giving caregivers the break they need – be there when it matters most.