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Published 3 days ago
Compassionate Volunteer for those at End of Life
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Naperville, IL
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
Time Commitment:
A few hours per month
Commitment Details:
1-2 hours per week
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
20
Cause Areas:
Community Development, Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement
Benefits:
Training Provided
Good For:
Age 55+
Participation Requirements:
Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
18+
Description
We are looking for volunteers to offer a supportive presence and socialization for our patients and families. You will make a difference by volunteering along our hospice staff in a variety of opportunities.
As an AccentCare hospice volunteer, you will learn about AccentCare philosophy of care, communicating with patients and families, family dynamics, spiritual care and the grief process.
Common activities our volunteers do with our patients include
- Reading to the patient
- Singing to the patient
- Sharing stories
- Playing games
For additional information please contact:
Tracey Borysko, Manager of Volunteer Services: 800-570-8809; TraceyBorysko@accentcare.com
Location
On-site
2195 W Diehl Rd, Naperville, Illinois, US
