Direct Care Volunteer

The Direct Care Volunteer must possess the ability to actively listen and communicate compassionately with patients, families, and caregivers at the end-of-life. He/she has the ability to work as a team with family members and hospice staff. He/she must have the ability to respect patient/family belief systems, emotional maturity and sensitivity. Must be dependable and have access to reliable transportation. He/ she must have an understanding of Hospice philosophy and goals, and be willing to participate in peer support/ continuing education meetings on a regular basis.

Activities can include:

• Sharing a story
• Holding a hand
• Sending a card
• Making Gifts
• Reading Singing
• Playing Games
• Run Errands
• Light House working

Veteran to Veteran Support needed.