Volunteer Opportunity (Hospice)

Care Hospice • Chicago, IL

11d

About The Position

Sanctuary Hospice offers volunteer opportunities throughout the Westchester area, including Bolingbrook, Bronzeville, Chicago, Lombard, North Lawndale, Oak Park, South Shore, and surrounding communities. Volunteers support the hospice mission of bringing dignity, peace, comfort, and human connection to patients and their loved ones. Opportunities include administrative and organizational support, patient companionship, visits with certified therapy pets, music, and veteran-to-veteran support. Volunteers are not paid employees and receive no compensation for their time.

Requirements

• A heart for serving others and an appreciation for the hospice mission.
• Compassion, empathy, and deep respect for individuals and their unique journeys.
• Welcomes and values people of all backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs.
• Must pass background check requirements.
• For pet therapy volunteering, the pet must be certified and vaccinated.
• No hospice experience is needed for pet therapy volunteering.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and organizational support, such as light data entry, assembling packets, sending cards to family members, and organizing special memories for patients.
• Sew memory bears or blankets.
• Visit patients to offer companionship and give caregivers a break; activities may include reading, hobbies, playing games, and listening.
• Visit patients with a certified therapy pet to provide joy and emotional support.
• Share musical talents to comfort patients and healthcare staff.
• Connect with fellow veterans, provide companionship, and participate in meaningful ceremonies.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed