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Hospice Volunteer – Bring Comfort, Compassion, and Connection
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Hospice Volunteer – Bring Comfort, Compassion, and Connection
A hospice volunteer is someone who wants to truly make a difference. Our volunteers play a vital role in supporting patients and families by offering companionship, emotional support, and a compassionate presence during a meaningful time of life.
Hospice volunteers help bring comfort, dignity, and moments of joy to individuals facing serious illness. Whether through conversation, quiet presence, or simple acts of kindness, volunteers provide support that deeply enriches both those they serve and themselves.
Volunteer Opportunities May Include:
- Offering companionship and emotional support to patients
- Providing comfort and reassurance to families
- Sharing conversation, reading, music, or quiet presence
- Supporting the hospice care team as needed
Why Volunteer With Us:
- Make a lasting, meaningful impact in your community
- Experience personal growth and fulfillment
- Be part of a compassionate, mission-driven hospice team
- Receive training and ongoing support
The rewards of hospice volunteering are powerful and profound—as we care for others, we are often changed ourselves.
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Hospice Volunteer, Patient Support Volunteer, Compassionate Care, End-of-Life Care, Community Service, Volunteer Opportunity
Location
Nursing Facilities and Residential Homes
How to Volunteer for This Opportunity
Please copy into an email and send hmbeck@constellationhs.com
Patient Visit Support
Have you experienced the loss of close family member within the year: Yes No
What, if any, experience do you have with death and dying?
How would you describe yourself?
Why are you interested in hospice volunteering?
What about hospice volunteering interests and/or concerns you?
What are your expectations?
What do your friends/family think about your choice of hospice volunteering?
Who do you count on for support?
How, if at all, does religion/spirituality play a role in your life?
What is your opinion about an afterlife? How would you handle discussions with those who disagree?
How would you approach a visit with someone who has a very different culture/lifestyle/religion from you?
Are there any situations in which you would be uncomfortable (e.g., family systems, home settings, ages of patients, diagnoses, etc.)?
What are your hobbies, interests, additional schooling, certifications, etc.?
Are you willing/able to make a commitment for one year?
What is your availability for visiting patients –how many hours per week or month?
What towns are you willing to visit?
What questions do you have?
