As a Beacon Of Hope Hospice Volunteer, you will provide non-medical support services according to agency policy and procedures including:
Emotional support to patients and families
Companionship
Relief to family caregivers
Assisting with household chores
Report response of patient/family to hospice staff
After a light screening process and training, you will be assigned to a patient in the KC metropolitan area as appropriate. The requirements to be a volunteer are:
Must be at least 18 years of age
Able to dedicate1-3 hours per month
Hold a current driver’s license
Have current automobile insurance
No felonies or abuse convictions
Have a giving, compassionate heart
The onboarding process generally takes no more than 2 weeks. After that time, I, the Volunteer Coordinator with go with you to your first meeting with your person needing service. From there, you’ll be on your own, visiting with them as required and providing documentation of your visit back to me.