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Social Work Students – Get Real Experience in Hospice Hospice is one of the most valuable settings to understand end-of-life care, family dynamics, grief, and emotional support. Many hospice agencies hire LMSWs, and volunteer experience can help you stand out.

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

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    Typical patient visit: about 1 hour per week per patient — but you choose your level of involvement. Some volunteers visit multiple patients giving as much time as they’re able.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Community Development, Education, Health & Medicine, Veterans
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Teens, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    16+
    Other Requirements:
    Providence Home Health & Hospice 9413 E Harry St, Ste 703 Wichita, KS 316-558-5956 Stop by the office Monday–Friday 9:00–4:00 to fill out a volunteer application.
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    Social Work Students – Get Real Experience in Hospice

    Are you a social work student looking to build meaningful, real-world experience?

    Hospice is one of the most valuable settings to understand end-of-life care, family dynamics, grief, and emotional support. Many hospice agencies hire LMSWs, and volunteer experience can help you stand out.

    As a hospice volunteer, you will gain experience in:

    Patient and family interaction

    Emotional support and active listening

    Grief and end-of-life awareness

    Interdisciplinary team exposure

    Professional communication skills

    Most visits are simple and meaningful:

    Talking with patients

    Listening to life stories

    Providing companionship

    Supporting families during difficult times

    No experience is required. Training is provided, and our team will support you every step of the way.

    You set your own schedule and choose the patients you visit. Typical visits are about 1 hour per week per patient.

    Providence Home Health & Hospice

    9413 E Harry St, Suite 703

    Wichita, KS

    316-558-5956

    Office Hours: Monday–Friday 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM

    Stop by the office to ask questions and fill out a volunteer application.

    Build your experience. Strengthen your future career. Make a real difference.

    Location

    On-site

    Providence Hospice

    9415 E Harry St, Wichita, KS 67207, USA
    Suite 703
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    Providence Home Health & Hospice

    9413 E Harry St, Suite 703

    Wichita, KS

    316-558-5956

    Office Hours: Monday–Friday 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM

    Stop by the office to ask questions and fill out a volunteer application.

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    Instructions:

    Our team would love to meet you. Please feel free to stop by the office to learn more, ask questions, and fill out a volunteer application.

    Providence Home Health & Hospice

    9413 E Harry St, Suite 703

    Wichita, KS

    316-558-5956

    Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM

    We look forward to welcoming you in!

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