Hospice Companionship Volunteer Needed- Grand Rapids, MI

Role Overview:

The Care Team Hospice is seeking volunteers to provide support to our patients and sometimes their families. As a hospice volunteer, you play a crucial role in providing comfort and compassion during a challenging time.

Responsibilities may include:

• Companionship: Reading books, playing music, playing cards, crafts, painting nails, going for walks, or attending facility events
• Support: Engaging in conversations, empathetic listening, offering comfort, or simply sitting quietly, providing a reassuring presence
• Caregiver Respite: Providing relief for family members and caregivers by staying with the patient, allowing them to take breaks, attend appointments, or tend to personal needs.
• Volunteers do not to perform medical treatment of any kind.*

Training and Support:

Receive training in hospice care principles and ongoing support from our team to ensure you feel prepared and confident in your role.

Time Commitment:

Flexible hours to fit your schedule, typically a couple of hours a month. You choose the times that work best for you!

Requirements:

• Background Check
• Negative TB Test
• Must be at least 18

We also have opportunities for vigil volunteering, certified pet therapy, and veteran to veteran volunteering!