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Become a Hospice Volunteer

Compassionate Care Hospice an Amedisys Co. Alexandria

If you have a passion for caring for others and are looking for a way to make a difference in people’s lives, consider becoming a hospice volunteer. Hospice patients often face their final chapter with courage-but no one should face it alone. We're seeking compassionate volunteers to offer companionship, comfort, and a listening ear to those in hospice care. As a hospice volunteer you are an important part of our hospice care team, you can help improve the quality of life for our patients, their families and their caregivers.

Currently looking for volunteers for:

  • Companionship/Socialization visits
  • Making weekly telephone calls
  • Veteran to Veteran companionship visits
  • Help by grocery shopping and/or running errands for patient.
  • Provide respite for caregivers.
  • Write Pen Pal Letters
  • Deliver Birthday gifts!
  • Send monthly birthday cards

Administrative support:

  • Assisting with office duties
  • Providing help with bereavement mailings
  • Attending local community service and health fairs

Professional Volunteers, using your talents:

  • Massage/Reiki/and other alternative therapies
  • Music therapy
  • Art therapy
  • Hairdresser/barber
  • Pet Therapy
  • Videographer, Photographer

Special Projects:

  • Crafting and delivering seasonal gifts to patients
  • Create Life Boards
Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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