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Published 1/18/26 10:11PM

Hospice Volunteer Opportunities – Prairie Wind Hospice

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Topeka, KS
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    Volunteers typically visit about one hour per week, scheduled at a time that is convenient for both the patient and the volunteer.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    30
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Other Requirements:
    Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older.

    Description

    Description

    Hospice Volunteer Opportunities – Prairie Wind Hospice

    Prairie Wind Hospice is seeking compassionate individuals to serve as hospice volunteers in communities across eastern Kansas. Hospice volunteers provide meaningful support to patients and families by offering presence, companionship, and comfort during a very important time in life.

    Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older.

    Volunteer Opportunities May Include:

    • Companionship Volunteers – Conversation, listening, and emotional support
    • Quiet Presence Volunteers – Sitting with patients who may not wish to talk
    • Reading Volunteers – Reading books, letters, or other materials aloud
    • Music Volunteers – Playing an instrument or singing
    • Faith / Spiritual Support Volunteers – Providing spiritual companionship (non-clinical)
    • Veteran-to-Veteran Volunteers – Peer support for veteran patients
    • Caregiver Support / Respite Volunteers – Offering brief relief to caregivers
    • Administrative / Office Volunteers – Assisting with projects and organization

    No medical experience is required. Volunteers from all backgrounds are welcome, and training and support are provided.

    Service Areas

    Prairie Wind Hospice serves patients and families in the following Kansas counties:

    Anderson • Douglas • Franklin • Jackson • Jefferson • Johnson • Leavenworth • Linn • Miami • Osage • Shawnee • Wabaunsee • Wyandotte

    Interested in Volunteering?

    If you have questions or would like to learn more, please feel free to contact me directly:

    Michael Brockhouse

    Volunteer Coordinator

    1. 📞 Call or Text: 299.3770

    Location

    On-site

    Topeka, Kansas

    Topeka, KS, USA

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