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Published 1 month ago
Hospice Volunteers Needed
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Fairfax, VA
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
Time Commitment:
A few hours per month
Commitment Details:
Due to the length of training, we ask for a year commitment
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
4
Cause Areas:
Health & Medicine, Religion & Spirituality, Seniors & Retirement, Veterans, Women
Good For:
Age 55+
Participation Requirements:
Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
18+
Other Requirements:
TB Test (provided)
Wheelchair Accessible
Description
Bristol Hospice Fairfax is seeking compassionate and caring individuals to join our volunteer team. Our volunteers provide companionship and support to patients and families during their hospice journey.
What You'll Do:
- Offer companionship through friendly visits, reading, sharing stories, or simply being present
- Provide emotional support to patients and families
- Provide caregiver relief support for families/primary caregivers
- Engage in light activities such as playing music, doing puzzles, or writing letters
Requirements:
- Must be 18 years old or older
- Have a heart for service and compassion for those at end of life
- Reliability and commitment to visit patients regularly (schedule is flexible)
- Completion of hospice volunteer training
- Completion of background check and TB test (arranged by Bristol Hospice)
Why Volunteer with Us?
- Make a lasting impact in someone's life
- Gain meaningful experience in hospice care
- Receive ongoing support and training from our hospice team
- Flexible schedules that fit your availability
Location
On-site
We visit patients where they live: at their home, assisted living, nursing home, etc.
Fairfax, VA, USA
Directions
Fairfax and surrounding areas
