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Published 9/27/25 8:40AM

👩‍⚕️ Launch Your Healthcare Career with Hospice Volunteering! Are you planning a career in nursing, medicine, social work, or therapy? Volunteering with Enhabit Hospice is a powerful way to gain real-world, hands-on experience that goes far beyond the classroom.

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Wichita, KS
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    Typical patient visit: about 1 hour per week per patient — but you choose your level of involvement. Some volunteers visit multiple patients, while others help in the office or support events. You set the schedule based on what works best for you.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement, Veterans
    Good For:
    Teens, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    14+
    Other Requirements:
    If you plan to drive while volunteering: DL/current auto insurance card with your name listed on the policy must be kept on file. Complete a state of Kansas background check. Please note: A Social Security number is required to process this form.
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    As a hospice volunteer, you’ll learn directly from an interdisciplinary care team — nurses, social workers, chaplains, and more — while building essential skills like empathy, communication, teamwork, and patient-centered care. These experiences not only strengthen your résumé and future applications but also give you a deeper understanding of the human side of healthcare.

    Opportunities Include:

    • Visiting patients and providing companionship
    • Supporting caregivers and families
    • Assisting with legacy projects and comfort activities
    • Helping behind the scenes with office support

    📍 Location: Enhabit Home Health & Hospice – Wichita, KS

    📞 Contact: 316-315-6425

    💜 Make a real difference and prepare for your future in healthcare — one meaningful visit at a time. Click “I want to volunteer” or call today to get started.

    ✅ Next Steps to Become a Volunteer

    1. 📅 Schedule an Interview – Share a few dates and times so we can meet in person and answer your questions.
    2. 📄 Submit a Volunteer Application – Start the process online or by contacting our office.
    3. 💉 Complete a Drug Test & Two-Step TB Test – Both are required and paid for by Enhabit.
    4. 🔎 Background Check – Complete a state background screening (Social Security number required).
    5. 🚗 Submit Driver Info (if applicable) – Provide a copy of your driver’s license and auto insurance if you plan to drive to visits.
    6. 📚 Complete Onboarding Training – About 8 hours total (hybrid online + in-person).
    7. 🐾 (Optional) Comfort Paws Enrollment – If bringing a dog, ensure they meet age, vaccination, and training requirements.

    💜 Once these steps are complete, you’ll be ready to start making a difference in the lives of hospice patients and families!

    💜 What to Expect from Our Volunteer Team

    When you join the Enhabit Hospice volunteer team, you’re not just signing up to help — you’re becoming part of a compassionate, supportive, and dedicated community that makes a real difference every day. Our volunteers come from all walks of life — students, professionals, retirees, and community members — united by a shared commitment to bringing comfort, dignity, and connection to patients and families.

    Here’s what you can expect:

    • 🤝 Support & Guidance: Our Volunteer Coordinator will guide you through every step — from training to patient visits — so you always feel confident and prepared.
    • 🧑‍⚕️ Team Connection: Even though most visits are done independently, you’ll never feel alone. We stay connected through quarterly trainings, monthly volunteer support meetings, and special events.
    • 🕐 Flexibility: You choose the type of volunteering and schedule that works best for you — from patient visits and caregiver support to office tasks and events.
    • 💜 Meaningful Impact: Your presence offers companionship, eases loneliness, and brings joy to those who need it most. Many volunteers say their time with hospice patients is one of the most rewarding experiences of their lives.

    At Enhabit, volunteers are not “extra” — they’re a core part of the care team. Your contributions are deeply valued, and you’ll always have the support, appreciation, and connection you need to succeed.

    📞 Contact: 316-315-6425

    💜 Make a real difference and prepare for your future in healthcare — one meaningful visit at a time. Click “I want to volunteer” or call today to get started.

    Location

    On-site

    Enhabit Home Health & Hospice

    8201 E 34th Cir N, Wichita, KS 67226, USA
    Suite 1505
    Directions

    📍 Location & Parking: Our office is located in an office park in northeast Wichita with free and convenient parking available right outside the building. If you need help finding us, please don’t hesitate to call 316-315-6425 — we’re happy to guide you to the office.

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