Volunteer Opportunity (Hospice)

Sanctuary Hospice • Skokie, IL

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About The Position

Sanctuary Hospice offers volunteer opportunities supporting patients, families, and care teams throughout the Des Plaines area and nearby communities. Volunteers may contribute through direct patient visits, office and organizational support, pet therapy, music, or veteran-focused companionship and ceremonies. Volunteers are unpaid and do not receive compensation for their time.

Requirements

• Have a heart for serving others and appreciate the hospice mission.
• Demonstrate compassion, empathy, and deep respect for individuals and their unique journeys.
• Welcome and value people of all backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs.
• Pass background check requirements.

Nice To Haves

• For pet therapy volunteering, have a certified and vaccinated pet; hospice experience is not needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and organizational support, including light data entry, assembling packets, sending cards to family members, organizing patient memories, and sewing memory bears or blankets.
• Visit patients to offer companionship and give caregivers a break through activities such as reading, hobbies, games, and listening.
• Share visits with patients using a certified and vaccinated therapy pet.
• Use musical talents to comfort patients and bring joy to patients and healthcare staff.
• Connect with fellow veterans, provide companionship, and participate in meaningful ceremonies supporting and honoring veteran patients.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed