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Published 8 days ago
Calling all Craft and Sewing Lovers!
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Washington, PA
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
5
Cause Areas:
Community Development, Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement
Good For:
Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, Private Corporate Groups
Participation Requirements:
Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
16+
Description
Are you a compassionate crafter with a love for sewing and helping others? Amedisys Hospice is looking for volunteers to create Memory Bears-handmade teddy bears (or pillows) sewn from clothing of loved ones who have passed away. These keepsake bears bring comfort and healing to grieving families by preserving a tangible connection to their loved ones.
What You’ll Do:
- Receive donated clothing from families
- Sew teddy bears using provided patterns or your own
- Return completed bears to be gifted to families
Amedisys will cover all of the costs- we just need YOU!
Private Group Details:
- Group Size Range: 1 - 50+
- Event can be held at a volunteer group location (e.g. office, park)
- Event can be held at organization location(s)
- No Donation
Location
On-site
Washington, Pennsylvania, US
