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6 people are interested
Prayer Shawls for Hospice Patients
ORGANIZATION: Compassus Hospice
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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6 people are interested
Compassus Hospice in N. Andover MA is looking for donations of handmade prayer shawls and prayer blankets. People typically find great comfort from a warm blanket or shawl. Imagine the joy you can bring to someone with a handmade gift made with love? Do you have the gift of knitting, crocheting or quilting? If making these items for people at the end of life speaks to your heart, then this may be the volunteer opportunity for you.
For information on how you can bring comfort to people at the end of life contact Kim Iannacci at Kimberly.Iannacci@compassus.com or call Kim at 978 -777-8222.
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About Compassus Hospice
Location:
790 Turnpike Street, Suite 202, North Andover, MA 01845, US
Mission Statement
At Compassus Hospice, our mission is to preserve each patient’s dignity while removing the fear associated with dying through pain management, emotional and spiritual support. We deliver our care services wherever our patients call home, whether that home is a private home, an apartment, an assisted living community, a skilled nursing center or, in some cases, a hospital. Our service area includes Newburyport down to Revere, Ayer, Westford, Lowell, Haverhill, Salem, Malden, Medford, Stoneham, Peabody, Andover/N. Andover, Chelmsford, Wilmington and Billerica to name just some of the towns.
Description
Compassus Hospice volunteers play a vital role in carrying out our mission to preserve each patient’s dignity while removing the fear associated with dying. Individuals who are 18 and older who are willing to share one to four hours per week are encouraged to apply to our program. Serving as a volunteer will enrich your own life in ways you can’t begin to imagine.
No previous experience in the medical field is necessary, and you will be prepared for your role with a free, comprehensive training program. This training will help you learn how to provide emotional support, companionship and respite care to patients and families.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
September 16, 2024
SKILLS
- Crocheting
- Knitting
- Quilting
- Sewing
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- Public Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- Whatever you want!
- The desire to share your talents with people at the end of life.