Volunteer

Description

Make Lives Better, Enrich Your Own: Join OnCare Health as a Volunteer!

Becoming a hospice volunteer is a deeply meaningful way to make a difference in someone's final chapter of life. Volunteers offer comfort, companionship, and a listening ear to patients and their families during a sacred and vulnerable time. It's a chance to give back, gain perspective, and be part of a compassionate team that values presence, dignity, and human connection. Even a small act-like holding a hand, reading aloud, or simply sitting quietly-can bring profound peace and comfort.


What You'll Do:


As a Volunteer, you'll play a hands-on role in improving the lives of our patients. We assign all tasks based on your comfort and preferences, ensuring a rewarding experience. Your engaging contributions can include:

• Companionship visits (talking, reading, engaging in community activities, watching TV together).
• Sitting vigil with patients who are actively dying.
• Caregiver relief (sitting with patient while loved ones take a break).
• Playing music or singing.
• Preparing or mailing sympathy cards and grief materials.
• Helping with grief support groups (set-up, greet guests).
• Making blankets, shawls, or comfort items.
• Assembling sunshine mailings or holiday baskets.
• Crafting personalized cards or décor for patient rooms.
• Prayer visits or scripture reading.
• Guided meditation or mindfulness exercises.
• Supportive listening and presence during emotional moments.

Requirements

What We're Looking For:


To ensure a safe and positive experience for everyone at OnCare Health, we ask that our volunteers:

• Are kind, patient, reliable, and eager to share their time and talents!
• Are at least 18 years old.
• Can successfully complete a satisfactory background check before starting duties.