Gentiva Hospice - Oak Brook, IL

Gentiva Hospice provides end-of-life care to patients who have a terminal illness and are no longer seeking curative treatment. Kindred Hospice focuses on comfort care so that our patients may die pain-free, with dignity, and with support in place for their families and friends. Hospice provides personalized services and a caring community so necessary preparation for death can be attained.

If you are searching for a way to make a difference in the lives of others, you belong here. Hospice volunteers are a valuable part of our care team. Based on your interests and preferences, receive specific volunteer training to help improve the quality of life for others.

From providing companionship at a patient’s bedside, to running errands, and from assisting with administrative duties to creating gifts for patients and their families, one of our volunteer coordinators will help you discover the best fit for you.

• Hold a hand, share a story
• Send a card
• Listen, read, or sing
• Make gifts for patients
• Run errands or perform light housekeeping
• Share flowers, bake, or garden
• Administrative office support
• Make phone calls
• Attend community events

Our agencies offer veteran-to-veteran opportunities and participate in the national We Honor Veterans programs.