Veteran to Veteran Connection Volunteer
Works With: Patients who identify as Veterans
Role
Veterans support veterans on an end-of-life journey. This role provides veteran patients with support through compassionate presence and socialization. From simply being present,to reminiscing, even reading the paper, it's a way for hospice veterans to be connected to other veterans.
Primary Responsibilities:
Compassionate presence for the patient and family
Support patient on their end of life journey as needed
Other services as determined by volunteer, coordinator and patient/family
Secondary Responsibilities
Simple documentation of the visit, form provided, to be submitted to the Volunteer Coordinator
Skills/Qualifications Needed
Compassion
Understanding
Patience
Good Listener
Desired Experience
A successful applicant will show a positive attitude towards patient care and be comfortable around individuals on their end of life journey. Must be a Veteran.
Time Commitment
Dependent on schedule determined by Volunteer and Coordinator