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Hospice Volunteering with The Care Team

Hybrid, Volunteer must be in or near Peoria, IL
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays daytime, evenings, Weekends daytime, evenings
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Arts & Music, Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement, Veterans, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation

    Description

    The Care Team Hospice is seeking volunteers to provide support to our patients and sometimes their families. As a hospice volunteer, you play a crucial role in providing comfort and compassion during a challenging time.

    Responsibilities may include:

    • Companionship: Reading books, playing music, playing cards, crafts, painting nails, going for walks, or attending facility events
    • Support: Engaging in conversations, empathetic listening, offering comfort, or simply sitting quietly, providing a reassuring presence
    • Caregiver Respite: Providing relief for family members and caregivers by staying with the patient, allowing them to take breaks, attend appointments, or tend to personal needs.
    • Volunteers do not to perform medical treatment of any kind.*

    Training and Support:

    Receive training in hospice care principles and ongoing support from our team to ensure you feel prepared and confident in your role.

    Time Commitment:

    Flexible hours to fit your schedule, typically a couple of hours a month. You choose the times that work best for you!

    Requirements:

    • Background Check
    • TB Test
    • Must be at least 18

    We also have opportunities for vigil volunteering, certified pet therapy, and veteran to veteran volunteering!

    Location

    Hybrid
    Volunteer must be in or near Peoria, IL
    Associated Location
    Peoria, IL, USA

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