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Volunteers Needed for Hospice Patients in Lake in the Hills and Surrounding Suburbs
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Lake in the Hills, IL
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays (daytime)
Commitment Details:
Overall commitment of 6 months minimum with 2 Visits per patient each month
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
3
Cause Areas:
Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement, Veterans
Participation Requirements:
Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
18+
Other Requirements:
Application - Background check - 2 References - 2 Step TB Test-Drug Test (no cost to volunteer), orientation training.
Description
Become a Friendly Visitor Volunteer for Hospice Patients - Give a Gift of Your Time
Heartland Hospice "Friendly Visitors" help to enhance the quality of those facing end of life by bringing the gift of caring companionship and providing support to their family. No experience is necessary. The volunteer may offer to read to the patient, play music, assist with activities, talk with or simply be present. Must be comfortable visiting with those having Dementia and may be non-verbal.
If you would like to learn more about this wonderful, heartfelt opportunity, please contact kathleen.kennedy@heartlandhospice.com
Location
On-site
525 Harvest Gate, Lake in the Hills, Illinois, US
