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Hospice Volunteer Opportunity

Remote, Volunteer must be in Massachusetts, US
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays daytime, evenings, Weekends daytime, evenings
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    We ask for at least an hour per week and a commitment of at least six months.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    20
    Cause Areas:
    Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement, Veterans
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    A visit from you could be the bright spot in someone's day. All Care Hospice volunteers are the heart of our hospice program, providing companionship, comfort, and support to patients and families facing end-of-life journeys. Volunteers may spend time talking, reading aloud, listening to cherished memories, watching movies, assisting with crafts, or offering respite for caregivers. Opportunities are also available to support administrative projects, mailings, and special events.

    No healthcare experience is required. The greatest gift a volunteer can offer is time, a caring nature, and a willingness to listen. All volunteers receive free hospice volunteer training and ongoing support.

    If you are compassionate, dependable, and looking for a meaningful way to make a difference in your community, we invite you to join our team and help touch lives when it matters most. Based on the All Care Hospice volunteer program description.

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer must be in Massachusetts, US
    Associated Location
    210 MARKET ST, LYNN, Massachusetts, US

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    We serve Boston north to the New Hampshire border and west to Newton. We especially need volunteers in the Newton area, the Merrimack Valley, and Billerica area.

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