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Published 10/15/25 2:49PM

Veteran Volunteers Needed to spend time with Veteran patients

Beacon Hospice, an Amedisys company Fall River
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Fall River, MA
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    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Commitment Details:
    1 - 2 hours a week - schedule is flexible
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    3
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Health & Medicine, Veterans
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    CORI and Background check, Completion of onboarding documents and Training.

    Description

    Beacon Hospice, an Amedisys company, is seeking Veteran Volunteers to offer companionship to patients who have served our country and are nearing the end of their lives.

    Veteran Volunteers possess a unique ability to empathize and connect with Veteran patients and their families. They can make a significant impact in various ways, including, but not limited to:

    • Providing Companionship
    • Celebrating a patient's life
    • Reading books or writing letters
    • Engaging in games like chess, cards, bingo, and other board games
    • Watching television or listening to music together

    Beacon Hospice provides training for all individuals interested in offering comfort to others in their final days. We ask for a commitment of 1 - 2 hours per week for patient visits.

    Join us in extending the warmth of hospice care to our Veteran Patients.

    Location

    On-site
    Southcoast Massachusetts, Fall River, Massachusetts, US

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