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Published 2/11/26 2:22PM

Hospice Patient Companion

Amedisys Hospice Murfreesboro
Hybrid, Volunteer must be in Tennessee, US
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    no time commitment
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Arts & Music, Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement, Veterans, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Teens, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    🌿 Hospice Patient Companion Volunteers Needed

    Amedisys Hospice — Murfreesboro, TN

    Sometimes the greatest gift you can give is simply your presence.

    Amedisys Hospice of Murfreesboro is seeking Hospice Patient Companion Volunteers to provide comfort, companionship, and emotional support to patients facing life‑limiting illness. As a companion, you will help ensure that no patient feels alone by offering kindness, conversation, and a calming presence during their hospice journey.

    🤍 What Patient Companion Volunteers Do

    • Spend quality time with hospice patients through friendly visits
    • Offer companionship, conversation, or quiet presence
    • Read aloud, listen to music, or engage in gentle activities
    • Provide respite and reassurance for patients and families
    • Support dignity, comfort, and emotional well‑being
    • Work alongside the hospice interdisciplinary care team

    No hands‑on medical care is required. Your role is to be present, compassionate, and supportive.

    🌼 Who Should Volunteer

    • Caring, patient, and dependable adults (18+)
    • Individuals with strong listening skills and a compassionate heart
    • Those comfortable supporting individuals at end of life
    • Respectful of confidentiality and personal boundaries
    • No prior hospice experience needed. Training is provided.

    🌟 Why Volunteer with Amedisys?

    • Make a meaningful difference in someone’s final chapter
    • Receive comprehensive hospice volunteer training and ongoing support
    • Flexible scheduling to match your availability
    • Gain valuable insight into hospice care and compassionate caregiving
    • Be part of a mission‑driven team focused on comfort, dignity, and respect

    đź“Ť Volunteer Requirements

    • Must be at least 18 years old
    • Completion of volunteer orientation and background screening
    • Commitment of a few hours per month

    Your presence matters more than you know.

    Join Amedisys Hospice of Murfreesboro as a Patient Companion and help bring comfort when it is needed most.

    👉 To learn more or apply:

    Amedisys Hospice – Murfreesboro, TN

    Email our Regional Volunteer Coordinator: tamara.fuller@amedisys.com

    Apply Here: https://bttr.im/t2xqn

    Location

    Hybrid
    Volunteer must be in Tennessee, US
    Associated Location
    1639 Medical Center Parkway, Murfreesboro, Tennessee, US

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