VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Patients and families often tell us that hospice volunteers are a treasure. Even if you work behind the scenes, you'll be helping others at a time of great need.
Patient Support
Volunteers provide companionship to the patient and respite for the caregiver. Ways to help include:
- Friendly visits
- Reading to patients
- Light housekeeping
- Writing letters
Bereavement
Bereavement volunteers are an invaluable resource for those who have lost loved ones, especially for family members without a solid support network.
- Visit with the bereaved in person or by phone
- Assist with grief support groups
- Coordinate community resources
- Help Bereavement Coordinator with mailings and calls
Administrative
Administrative volunteers assist hospice staff, typically in the office. Ways to help include:
- Copying, faxing, filing and other light office work
Veteran-to-Veteran Volunteers
Compassus is proud to participate in the We Honor Veterans program. Many of our locations provide trained veteran volunteers who offer camaraderie and compassionate care for fellow veterans. Our veteran-to-veteran volunteers understand the unique needs of veterans because they ARE veterans.
Supplementary Volunteer Services
We welcome other specialized volunteers to provide services to our patients, such as:
- Reiki practitioners
- Massage Therapists
- Pet Therapy Teams
- Art Therapists
- Music Therapists
Please Note: For all supplementary volunteer services, the volunteers must be certified or licensed.