Hospice Companion Volunteers Needed - Lakeway, TX
ORGANIZATION: St David's Hospice & Family Care
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St. David’s Hospice & Family Care is actively seeking caring and compassionate volunteers to visit and offer companionship to hospice patients in the Lakeway area. Hospice patients are in the final stages of their lives, and regular visits from volunteers provide support and comfort. Having someone to talk to, sharing stories or even providing a quiet presence is incredibly valuable and makes a meaningful difference in their lives. Volunteers can also offer respite and downtime for the primary caregiver and other family members.
Activities hospice volunteers can do with patients include: talking, reading aloud, listening to music, watching TV/movies, writing letters, sharing stories, reminiscing about times in their lives, looking at photos, sewing/knitting, playing cards or board games, working puzzles, sharing time, etc. Volunteers are encouraged to share any special skills or talents with patients.
We are looking for volunteers who can make a commitment to volunteer 1-2 hours per week. Volunteer shifts are flexible and tailored to the volunteer’s schedule and availability. We match volunteers with patients that are located close to their home. This opportunity is not a clinical role; therefore, volunteers do not need medical experience. They do not provide any medical care nor do they offer social or spiritual advice. Many of our patients speak Spanish, and Spanish speaking volunteers are needed.
Volunteering an hour or more a week can make a lasting impact on the life of a hospice patient. We hope you will consider becoming a hospice volunteer and joining the St. David’s Hospice team.
For questions, more information or to obtain an application: Contact René Carlin at Roberto.Carlin@HCAHealthcare.com.
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About St David's Hospice & Family Care
Location:
3636 Executive Center Drive, Suite 210, Austin, TX 78731, US
Mission Statement
Enriching the lives of those we serve with compassion, respect, excellence and integrity.
Description
St. David's Hospice & Family Care provides compassionate care and support to individuals and caregivers who are living with an advanced, life-limiting illness, no matter where they call home. We believe that everyone deserves to have a high quality of life. Our hospice staff can provide on-call support, clinical and skilled care, spiritual and emotional counseling, volunteer companionship and music therapy through every stage of the hospice journey.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
3636 Executive Center DriveSuite 210Austin, TX 78731
DATE POSTED
July 18, 2024
SKILLS
- Bereavement Support
- Healthcare
- Hospice Care
- Veteran Care
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Once a week for 1 to 2 hours
- Application, Background check, TB test, Drug screen, Orientation and Training