Nonprofit
Published 1 month ago
Volunteer Photographer (Patient Keepsake Photos)
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Merrillville, IN
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
Time Commitment:
Flexible
Commitment Details:
At least 1-2 hours per month is preferred
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
1
Cause Areas:
Health & Medicine
Benefits:
Training Provided
Good For:
Age 55+
Participation Requirements:
Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
18+
Description
Turn Moments into Memories: Volunteer with Your Camera
This role offers a unique opportunity to use your photography skills to create lasting memories for patients and their loved ones. Your time and talent help provide families with meaningful keepsakes during an important and emotional time, offering comfort and connection through photography.
What the Volunteer Will Do
- Visit hospice patients at the request of the patient and/or family to create meaningful keepsake photographs
- Spend time with patients and families in a calm, respectful manner to ensure a comfortable experience
- Capture and lightly edit digital images for families to cherish
- Coordinate visits with hospice staff while honoring confidentiality, HIPAA, and hospice policies
- Approach each interaction with compassion, patience, and professionalism
Qualifications
- Volunteer must be at least 18 years of age with reliable transportation
- Criminal background check, drug screening & TB test
- Completion of hospice volunteer training and orientation
- Photography experience (professional or hobbyist welcome)
- Own camera equipment and basic photo editing ability
- Comfortable spending time with individuals facing serious illness
Interested? Contact our Volunteer Coordinator today to learn more!
Fallon Lamprakes fallon.lamprakes@southerncareinc.com
Location
On-site
SouthernCare Hospice
9205 Broadway, Merrillville, IN 46410, USA
Suite B
Suite B
