Volunteer Opportunity (Hospice)

Sanctuary Hospice • Westchester, IL

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About The Position

Sanctuary Hospice is seeking volunteers to support patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare staff across the Westchester area, including Bolingbrook, Bronzeville, Chicago, Lombard, North Lawndale, Oak Park, South Shore, and surrounding communities. Volunteers may serve in administrative and organizational roles, provide companionship to patients, share certified therapy pets or musical talents, or connect with veteran patients. Volunteers are not paid employees and receive no 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.
• For pet therapy volunteering, have a certified and vaccinated pet; hospice experience is not needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide behind-the-scenes office support, including light data entry, assembling packets, and sending cards to family members.
• Organize special memories for patients and make items such as memory bears or blankets.
• Visit patients to provide companionship and give caregivers a break through activities such as reading, hobbies, games, and listening.
• Visit patients with a certified, vaccinated therapy pet to provide joy and emotional support.
• Use musical talents to bring comfort to patients and healthcare staff.
• Connect with fellow veterans, provide companionship, and participate in meaningful ceremonies for veteran patients.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed