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Published 10/1/25 3:08PM

Stitch a Memory Bear. Create a Forever Friend.

VITAS Healthcare of D.C.
Remote, Volunteer must be in District of Columbia, US
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    We will work with your schedule
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    9000
    Cause Areas:
    Religion & Spirituality, Seniors & Retirement, Women
    Good For:
    Kids, Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    16+

    Description

    VITAS Healthcare(r) is looking for people who love to sew and who are able to share their skills with hospice patients and families.

    A Memory Bear, sewn by a volunteer with compassion and love, is a forever friend who can ease a hurting heart after the death of a VITAS hospice patient.

    Sewn from a favorite pair of jeans, a pullover top, dress, bathrobe or nightgown, a Memory Bear may recall the closeness of a loved one, bring a smile to someone in distress, or offer a sense of security to a child who feels alone after the loss of a parent or sibling.

    This is a great opportunity for you to give back to the community. By taking time out of your busy work week you can make the biggest difference in another’s life.

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer must be in District of Columbia, US
    Associated Location
    Washington, DC, USA

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