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direct care volunteers
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DESCRIPTION
The Direct Care Volunteer serves as an additional support to patients and families dealing with a terminal
illness and end-of-life issues. Support is provided in a variety of ways, including the provision of
companionship and socialization to patients, or offering respite to stressed caregivers. Direct Care Volunteers
may also make tuck in calls to patients and families. All care provided by the Direct Care Volunteer is outlined
in the Volunteer Care Plan and agreed upon by the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG).
QUALIFICATIONS
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.
Localização
Gentiva Hospice
suite 300
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