Nonprofit
Published 10 days ago
Interested in Bringing Comfort to Patients at the End of Life? Become a Vigil Volunteer! - Downey
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Downey, CA
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
Commitment Details:
9 months - 1 yr commitment, once a week shift minimum to meet 150 hour requirement
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
3
Cause Areas:
Community Development, Mental Health
Benefits:
Training Provided
Good For:
Age 55+
Participation Requirements:
Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
18+
Other Requirements:
Background Check Must be at least 18 Orientation Training Vigil Volunteers will be available on an on call basis, Monday-Sunday, 24/7 depending on their schedule.Must attend Vigil Volunteer Training.
Description
At PIH Health we believe that no one should die alone. Vigil Volunteers provide a reassuring presence at the bedside of a dying patient who would otherwise be alone. This may mean providing companionship for the patient by merely being present, playing music and reading to the patient, or holding the patient’s hand. It could also mean providing support to family members who may need a break from the bedside of their loved one.
We ask Vigil Volunteers be on call for at least one four-hour shift each week. A background check, health clearance, and volunteer orientation are provided by PIH Health prior to placement.
Location
On-site
11500 Brookshire Ave., Downey, California, US
