ALF Patient Companion Volunteer – Bring Connection, Comfort & Joy (Bilingual)

Your time can make someone's day feel a little less lonely.

Sometimes, what a person needs most isn't a medical intervention. It's someone who will sit beside them, listen to their stories, share a laugh, or simply spend a little time together.

At Medcare Hospice, our Patient Companion Volunteers visit hospice patients living in Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) and provide something incredibly meaningful: human connection.

Through conversation, games, music, reading, or simply being present, you can help patients feel seen, valued, and connected.

No medical experience is required. Just bring your time, compassion, and willingness to connect.

What You'll Do

As an ALF Patient Companion Volunteer, you may:

• Spend time talking and connecting with patients
• Listen to stories, memories, and life experiences
• Read books, newspapers, or magazines together
• Play cards, board games, or other simple activities
• Listen to music or share favorite songs
• Help patients feel less isolated or alone
• Celebrate birthdays, holidays, or meaningful occasions
• Provide a friendly and familiar presence during regular visits

Every patient is different, so you'll have the opportunity to discover what makes each person smile and feel comfortable.

Why Volunteer With Medcare Hospice?

Volunteering isn't just about giving your time. It's about creating moments that matter.

As a Medcare Hospice volunteer, you'll receive:

• Comprehensive hospice volunteer training
• Flexible scheduling
• Ongoing support from our Volunteer Services team
• Community service hour opportunities
• Healthcare exposure and experience
• Internship opportunities for eligible students
• Opportunities to develop communication and interpersonal skills
• The chance to build meaningful relationships with older adults and their families

For students interested in nursing, social work, psychology, healthcare, counseling, public health, or other helping professions, this can be a meaningful way to gain real-world experience while serving your community.

No Medical Experience Needed

You won't be providing medical care or performing clinical tasks.

Your role is companionship.

We'll provide the orientation and training you need to feel prepared and supported during your visits.

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

• Compassionate and empathetic
• A good listener
• Patient and dependable
• Comfortable spending time with older adults
• Respectful of different backgrounds, experiences, and beliefs
• Comfortable engaging in conversation and simple activities
• Willing to make a consistent commitment

You don't need to have all the answers. Sometimes, being present and listening is enough.