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Veteran-to-Veteran Volunteer Program

Gentiva Hospice- Athens TN
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Athens, TN
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    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+, International Volunteers
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    The Veteran-to-Veteran Volunteer Program aims to pair recruited Veteran Volunteers with hospice patients who have been identified as Veterans. Once paired with hospice patients who also have military experience, Veteran Volunteers have the unique ability to relate and connect with each patient thereby creating an environment where life review and healing may occur.

    What can Veteran Volunteers do?

    • Assist Veterans in reminiscing/telling life stories.
    • Educate and assist patients in receiving Veteran benefits.
    • Take part in pinning ceremonies or distribute certificates for Veterans Day and other recognition events.
    • Assist in replacing lost medals.

    If you are ready to become a volunteer, please click the "I Want to Help" button or call the Volunteer Coordinator at (423) 680-7717.

    Thank you for your interest in becoming a Gentiva Hospice Veteran Volunteer!

    The Veteran-to-Veteran Volunteer Program aims to pair recruited Veteran Volunteers with hospice patients who have been identified as Veterans. Once paired with hospice patients who also have military experience, Veteran Volunteers have the unique ability to relate and connect with each patient thereby creating an environment where life review and healing may occur.

    What can Veteran Volunteers do?

    • Assist Veterans in reminiscing/telling life stories.
    • Educate and assist patients in receiving Veteran benefits.
    • Take part in pinning ceremonies or distribute certificates for Veterans Day and other recognition events.
    • Assist in replacing lost medals.

    If you are ready to become a volunteer, please click the "I Want to Help" button or call the Volunteer Coordinator at (423) 680-7717.

    Thank you for your interest in becoming a Gentiva Hospice Veteran Volunteer!

    Location

    On-site
    603 Congress Pkwy N, Athens, TN 37303, USA
    Suite B

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