Life Story Volunteer – Create Meaningful Memory Boards for Hospice Patients

Make a Lasting Impact Through Storytelling and Compassion

We are seeking creative and compassionate volunteers to participate in our Chart‑A‑Life program, a meaningful hospice initiative that honors the life stories of individuals receiving care. Volunteers help create personalized visual legacy boards that celebrate a person’s history, relationships, and cherished memories.

This unique opportunity allows you to bring comfort, dignity, and connection to patients and their families during a deeply important time.

What You’ll Do

As a Chart‑A‑Life Volunteer, you will:

• Collaborate with hospice staff and caregivers to gather personal stories and meaningful details
• Use a guided worksheet to learn about the individual’s life, milestones, relationships, and interests
• Create a visual memory board or scrapbook-style display using photos, quotes, and keepsakes
• Assemble and deliver the completed “Chart‑A‑Life” to the care team or family
• Help spark reminiscence, sensory engagement, and joyful moments for patients

The information used to create each board may include:

• Life history, career, and important milestones
• Family, friendships, and meaningful relationships
• Hobbies, favorite activities, and special memories
• Traditions, favorite foods, music, and meaningful quotes

Why This Role Matters

Chart‑A‑Life boards serve as:

• A powerful tool for connection and communication
• A way to celebrate a person’s legacy and identity
• A source of comfort, reminiscence, and dignity, especially for individuals with memory loss or dementia

Your work helps ensure every person’s story is seen, honored, and remembered.