MJHS Hospice provides a specialized program of care and services for end-of-life patients. MJHS Hospice provides care for pediatric and adult patients in homes, nursing homes, assisted living communities, inpatient facilities and hospitals.
MJHS Hospice Volunteer opportunities include:
- Providing support and companionship to patients and their families
- Participating in leisure activities such as reading, listening to music, playing games with patients
- Supporting or organizing group activities for patients
- Listening compassionately to patients and their families
- Providing office or clerical support for our hospice team
- Complementary therapies
- Requirements for all categories of volunteers:
- 18 years or older
- 15 hours of training (4 hours training for clerical/office volunteers)
- Background Check (no charge to applicant)
- Medical Clearance (no charge to applicant)
- 3-4 hours per week
- 1 year commitment
- Required skills for patient visits: discretion, patience, compassion and dedication
- Preferred clerical and office support skills include: receptionist skills, computer skills, organizational skills and filing