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Published 12/24/25 2:48PM

Elderly Companion & Respite Sitter

Caring Hospice Services of Western PA
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Pittsburgh, PA
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    Schedule is determined by your availability and caregiver needs
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    1
    Cause Areas:
    Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement, Volunteering, Women
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Background check, physical, TB testing, and training - All will be provided by us, at no cost to you. Must have reliable transportation.

    Description

    Elderly Companion & Respite Sitter

    Provide an act of kindness for the caregivers of home-bound patients by sitting with the patient so the caregiver can run errands, go to appointments, attend church, or simply take a break. These caregivers are family members that have taken it upon themselves to house and care for their loved ones full-time.

    Volunteers will not be asked or expected to do any type of hands-on caregiving while sitting with the patient.

    Thorough training is provided so you feel confident in your role as a volunteer.

    Requirements:

    • 18+ years old
    • Reliable transportation
    • Background check
    • TB testing and physical
    • Orientation & training

    All background checks, testing, and training will be provided by us, at no cost to you.

    Location

    On-site
    Pittsburgh, PA, USA

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