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Hospice Musician Volunteer – Bring Comfort and Connection Through Music
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Description
Hospice musician volunteers use the healing power of music to provide companionship, emotional support, and comfort to patients and families at the end of life. Through live music and compassionate presence, volunteers help create moments of peace, connection, and dignity during a deeply meaningful time.
The rewards of hospice volunteering are powerful and life-enriching. As we care for others, we often find ourselves profoundly changed by the experience.
Volunteer Role Includes:
- Playing live music for hospice patients and their families
- Offering companionship, conversation, and emotional support
- Enhancing quality of life through soothing and meaningful musical experiences
Training & Support:
- Comprehensive volunteer training provided
- Training is primarily online and can be completed at your own pace
- Ongoing education and support from our hospice team
Musicians of all instruments are welcome. Bring your instrument, share your gift, and help create moments of comfort and beauty for those at the end of life.
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How to Volunteer for This Opportunity
Thank you for your interest in becoming a hospice volunteer with Constellation Health Services.
We look forward to having you join our team!
Please cut and paste the below questionnaire and send to hmbeck@constellationhs.com :
Have you experienced the loss of close family member within the year: Yes No
What, if any, experience do you have with death and dying?
How would you describe yourself?
Why are you interested in hospice volunteering?
What about hospice volunteering interests and/or concerns you?
What are your expectations?
What do your friends/family think about your choice of hospice volunteering?
Who do you count on for support?
How, if at all, does religion/spirituality play a role in your life?
What is your opinion about an afterlife? How would you handle discussions with those who disagree?
How would you approach a visit with someone who has a very different culture/lifestyle/religion from you?
Are there any situations in which you would be uncomfortable (e.g., family systems, home settings, ages of patients, diagnoses, etc.)?
What are your hobbies, interests, additional schooling, certifications, etc.?
Are you willing/able to make a commitment for one year?
What is your availability for visiting patients –how many hours per week or month?
What towns are you willing to visit?
What questions do you have?
Thank you for your interest in hospice volunteering!
Holly Beck, Volunteer Coordinator
