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Published 2/20/26 9:42AM

In search of Legacy Writers! Join our Afterword program!

Gentiva Hospice - St Paul
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Edina, MN
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Commitment Details:
    1-2 hours/week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Disability, Seniors & Retirement, Veterans
    Good For:
    Age 55+, International Volunteers
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    There is an at-home training manual along with a background check with fingerprints, drug screening (doesn't include marijuana) and a mantoux test. We pay for everything if it is done through our testing centers.

    Description

    Af.ter.word (noun) - in literature, an additional piece at the end of the work; usually describes how the story came to be and/or how it was developed.

    GH boasts a talented, collaborative team of volunteers ready to help patients/families continue their story.

    The services the "afterword" Team provide are always complimentary.Examples of how the team can help patients/families author MORE of their story include:

    • Creating a special, lasting gift for family (e.g., a framed photo, artwork, etc.)
    • Documenting memories in booklet form
    • Digitizing some photos and creating an album for family
    • Assisting family members in writing memorial tributes (i.e., obituary and eulogies)
    • And more!

    If you have any questions or need additional information, feel free to email our volunteer coordinator at Jean.Murray@gentivahs.com or call 612-361-0022.

    Location

    On-site
    8000 W 78th St, Edina, MN 55439, USA
    Suite 210

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