Heartland Hospice in Independence MO is seeking Veteran to Veteran Volunteers
ORGANIZATION: Heartland Hospice
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Heartland Hospice offers volunteer opportunities for caring individuals who wish to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families. Here are some ways you can serve as a Veteran to Veteran Volunteer:
- Companionship: Spending time with patients by offering a smile, holding their hand, sharing stories, listening, reading or singing.
- Caregiver Respite: Offering scheduled breaks for caregivers, allowing them to rest, manage personal tasks, or simply recharge.
- Veteran to Veteran: If you are a Veteran, you can support fellow service members during their end of life journey.
As a Veteran to Veteran Volunteer, you will be fiven choices as to how much and what types of things you want to do. Volunteers have flexibility; the opportunities may be once monthly to once weekly.
Our patients reside in private homes, local nursing facilities, and assisted living facilities. Some examples of typical volunteer duties are:
- Listening to a patient's concerns
- Being a comforting and supportive presence
- Engaging in the patient's hobbies
- Writing down memories for the patient or helping with correspondence
- Running errands or doing light housekeeping for those receiving hospice care at home
- Providing time for the caregiver to take care of her/himself
Our volunteers are "hands off" and no medical training is required; all you need is a compassionate heart! To ensure Volunteers feel comfortable with their tasks, Heartland Hospice will provide training on grief counseling, emotional support and end of life care.
Put you time and talent to wonderful use by lending a helping hand and making an impact in your community! Your gift of time provides immeasurable rewards!
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About Heartland Hospice
Location:
601 W Nursery St, Butler, MO 64730, US
Mission Statement
To honor life and offer compassion to individuals and their families when facing a life-limiting illness.
Description
We are committed to clinical excellence in hospice care. We see each individual as more than a patient, they are family. Our skilled professionals and volunteers design an all-encompassing program, customized to each patient. We address not only the physical needs, but also the emotional and spiritual needs of the patient and family. Our hospice team provides compassionate care for individuals and their families when life matters most.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Jackson, Cass, Johnson, Clay, Lafyette, PlatteKansas City, Independence, Raytown, BeltonBlue Springs, Lee's Summit, Oak Grove, MO 64055
DATE POSTED
July 11, 2024
SKILLS
- Hospice Care
- Veteran Care
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Flexibility is yours!
- Completed training/onboarding prior to visits.