Volunteer to Help Seniors! (Orange County)

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Volunteers at American Veterans Hospice play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for our patients. They provide a range of supportive services that are integral to our holistic care approach. Their contributions include:

Service Areas: ORANGE COUNTY and Surrounding Areas

1. Companionship: Volunteers spend time with patients, offering conversation, reading, listening to music, or simply being a comforting presence. This social interaction is invaluable, especially for patients who may feel isolated.

2. Respite Care: They give family caregivers much-needed breaks, allowing them to rest and recharge while knowing their loved ones are in caring hands.

3. Running Errands: Volunteers assist with everyday tasks like shopping or picking up prescriptions, easing the burden on patients and families.

4. Light Housekeeping: They help with simple chores around the patient's living area, maintaining a clean and comfortable environment.

5. Emotional Support: Offering a listening ear and empathetic presence, volunteers are there to support patients through conversations, sharing stories, or providing emotional comfort.

6. Life Review and Legacy Projects: Volunteers assist patients in documenting their life stories or creating legacy projects, which can be therapeutic for patients and cherished by families.

7. Special Skills and Interests: Those with specific skills or interests, such as music, art, or pet therapy, often use these talents to bring joy and comfort to patients.

REQUIREMENTS:
All Volunteers are required to have
1. Fill out an Application
2. Complete Background Check (Sign authorization form and provide Social Security Number)
2. Have recent TB Test within 1 year old or chest x-ray within 4 years
3. Sign Staff Handbook
4. Attend Orientation

Volunteers are trained to be sensitive to the needs and preferences of each patient and to work in accordance with the hospice’s guidelines and care plans. Their contributions significantly enrich the hospice care experience, bringing additional layers of compassion and support to our patients and their families.