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Published 11/14/25 8:45AM

"Vet to Vet" Companionship Volunteer for Veteran Hospice Patients

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Staunton, VA
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  • Details

    Commitment Details:
    Can be anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours, 2-4 times monthly.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    1
    Cause Areas:
    Seniors & Retirement, Veterans
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Covid vaccination & urine (drug) screening

    Description

    Veteran companionship volunteers are needed to visit with and enrich the quality of life for fellow Veteran patients with a life-shortening diagnosis who are receiving hospice care. This program allows volunteers to be matched one on one with another veteran patient. The volunteer would simply offer companionship/friendship through regular visits. The volunteer can also set their own schedule that is convenient for both parties. Typically a volunteer would make a companionship visit 2-4 times monthly for approx. 30 minutes to a couple of hours. Additionally, a volunteer may occasionally be called upon to make special "pinning" or "final salute" 1x visits to assist in honoring a veteran with a framed certificate and pins. This is a wonderful way to make a difference for fellow veterans this is an extremely meaningful and rewarding way.

    Location

    On-site
    Staunton, Virginia, US

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