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A Hospice Memory Bear Sewer

VITAS Healthcare of San Diego
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Throughout San Diego County, CA
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    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Commitment Details:
    You have 8-12 weeks to complete orders of 3 bears or pillows
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    100
    Cause Areas:
    Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement, Women
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Attend Orientation
    Other Requirements:
    Come to the office to pick up the pattern and stuffing.  New sewers MUST complete 1 practice bear.

    Description

    A Hospice Memory Bear Sewer

    VITAS Hospice is seeking volunteers to sew Memory Bears or Pillows for the family members of those we have cared for that have passed away. Memory items are made from the patient's favorite flannel shirt, fluffy robe, a pair of worn-out jeans or a pressed uniform. Whatever most reminds their loved one of them. The Bears have proven to provide grief support in a most unique way.

    With our easy-to-follow pattern and instruction videos, their garments can be transformed into a precious memory for family members and other caregivers. This is a great way to provide comfort and support by using your sewing skills to lift the spirit of a family member or friend who has recently suffered the loss of a loved one. We provide you with stuffing and the family provides the fabric; you provide the talent and sewing skills. Support for sewing the bears/pillows is available from other Memory Bear Volunteers.

    Completion of one "practice bear" is required prior to beginning. We also make 14" square pillows and can provide that pattern to you as well.

    Watch our video to learn more: Fox 5 San Diego Memory Bear Segment

    VITAS Hospice is seeking volunteers to sew Memory Bears or Pillows for the family members of those we have cared for that have passed away. Memory items are made from the patient's favorite flannel shirt, fluffy robe, a pair of worn-out jeans or a pressed uniform. Whatever most reminds their loved one of them. The Bears have proven to provide grief support in a most unique way.

    With our easy-to-follow pattern and instruction videos, their garments can be transformed into a precious memory for family members and other caregivers. This is a great way to provide comfort and support by using your sewing skills to lift the spirit of a family member or friend who has recently suffered the loss of a loved one. We provide you with stuffing and the family provides the fabric; you provide the talent and sewing skills. Support for sewing the bears/pillows is available from other Memory Bear Volunteers.

    Completion of one "practice bear" is required prior to beginning. We also…

    Location

    On-site
    In Your Home, Only come into office to pick up and return bears, Throughout San Diego County, California, US
    Only come into office to pick up and return bears

    How to Apply

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