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Companionship Volunteer

Gentiva Hospice -Crossville TN
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Crossville, TN
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    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    You can be helpful with as little or as much time as you have available. Your preferences and needs will be considered, such as preferred travel distances to a patient, as assignments are made.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    20
    Cause Areas:
    Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Other Requirements:
    Drug Screen, TB Test, Proof of Auto Insurance

    Description

    Gentiva Hospice is looking for companionship volunteers to offer their heart and hands to those who need it. Companionship volunteers are an important part of hospice services and provide so much to those on services.

    If you are searching for a way to make a difference in the lives of others, you belong here. Hospice volunteers are a valuable part of our care team. Based on your interests and preferences, you will receive specific volunteer training to help improve the quality of life for others. Our office covers 3 counties in TN - Cumberland, Bledsoe and Fentress.

    From providing companionship, to running errands, you can choose how to service and how often! Here are a few examples of how our companionship volunteers serve:

    Hold a hand, share a story

    Send a card

    Listen, read or sing

    Make gifts for patients

    Play games

    Run errands or perform light housekeeping

    Share flowers, bake or garden

    Make phone calls

    Attend community events

    Our agencies also offer veteran-to-veteran opportunities and participate in the national We Honor Veterans programs.

    No medical experiences needed as volunteers DO NOT perform nursing duties or dispense medications.

    Gentiva Hospice is looking for companionship volunteers to offer their heart and hands to those who need it. Companionship volunteers are an important part of hospice services and provide so much to those on services.

    If you are searching for a way to make a difference in the lives of others, you belong here. Hospice volunteers are a valuable part of our care team. Based on your interests and preferences, you will receive specific volunteer training to help improve the quality of life for others. Our office covers 3 counties in TN - Cumberland, Bledsoe and Fentress.

    From providing companionship, to running errands, you can choose how to service and how often! Here are a few examples of how our companionship volunteers serve:

    Hold a hand, share a story

    Send a card

    Listen, read or sing

    Make gifts for patients

    Play games

    Run errands or perform light housekeeping

    Share flowers, bake or garden

    Make phone calls

    Attend community events

    Our agencies also offer…

    Location

    On-site

    Gentiva Hospice Crossville

    645 S Main St suite 102, Crossville, TN 38555, USA
    Directions

    Volunteer visits will be made in patient homes or facilities within Cumberland, Fentress and Bledsoe counties. Volunteer preferences will be taken into consideration with each assignment.

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