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Published 12/4/25 11:49AM

Offering Care, Comfort and Compassion through Hospice Volunteer Opportunity

Amedisys Hospice Care- Hackensack NJ
Hybrid, Volunteer must be in or near Hackensack, NJ
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Start Date:
    June 1, 2025
    End Date:
    May 28, 2026
    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    1 hour per visit
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    4
    Cause Areas:
    Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement, Veterans
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    In person volunteering requires some medical clearances

    Description

    Are you someone who believes in the power of presence? Do you have a heart for listening, connecting, and simply being there?

    We are seeking non-medical hospice volunteers to provide companionship, comfort and compassion to support individuals on their end of life journey. Your presence can bring peace, comfort and dignity during their most meaningful moments.

    As a volunteer, you might:

    • Sit bedside and offer a calming presence
    • Engage in heartfelt conversations or share quiet silence
    • Read aloud, play music, or share in in hobbies
    • Provide emotional support to patients and families
    • Offer a hand to hold, a smile, or simply be there

    No medical experience is required - just your general care and willingness to connect.

    Whether you have a few hours a week or a couple a month, you can make a profound difference. Our hospice is in Hackensack, NJ and we would love to help you become an in person direct care volunteer.

    Location

    Hybrid
    Volunteer must be in or near Hackensack, NJ
    Associated Location

    Amedisys Compassionate Care Hospice

    Hackensack, NJ, USA

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    We are so excited that you are interested in bringing your huge heart to help hospice patients on their end-of-life journey. The journey can be isolating and scary, volunteers help them make connections and feel included. Just fill out the application in the link or say hi via email. I will be happy to explain the available roles, the onboarding process and how it all works.

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