VITAS Volunteers Bring Harmony and Creativity to Hospice Patients

For patients facing a terminal illness, the companionship of an artist or musician can provide an avenue for expression, memory, and comfort when words fail. We are seeking compassionate and dedicated volunteers with a passion for music or art to share their talents and creativity with patients in their final journey. Your presence can help ease anxiety, lift spirits, and create profound moments of peace and joy for patients and their families.

Ways you can share your creativity include:

• Musicians: Play an instrument or sing favorite songs, hymns, or lullabies at a patient's bedside to evoke memories and create a calming environment.
• Visual Artists: Help a patient create a scrapbook, paint, draw, or craft small, meaningful projects that can become a cherished legacy for their family.
• Creative Companions: If you enjoy simply appreciating art or music, you can lead listening sessions with a patient, share stories about famous artists and musicians, or provide a supportive and creative presence.