Volunteer Opportunity (Hospice)

Hospice of Chattanooga • Cleveland, TN

12d

About The Position

Hospice of Chattanooga is seeking volunteers to support patients, caregivers, families, and staff through a range of roles. Volunteers may assist behind the scenes with light data entry, assembling packets, sending cards to family members, organizing patient memories, and sewing memory bears or blankets. Patient care volunteers visit patients to offer companionship and give caregivers a break through activities such as reading, hobbies, games, and listening. Pet therapy volunteers visit with certified, vaccinated pets to provide joy and emotional support. Musician volunteers share music to comfort patients and staff. Veteran volunteers connect with fellow veterans, provide companionship, and participate in meaningful ceremonies. Volunteers are not paid employees 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.
• Pet therapy volunteers must have a certified and vaccinated pet.

Responsibilities

• Support the care team with light data entry, assembling packets, and sending cards to family members.
• Organize special memories for patients and sew memory bears or blankets.
• Visit patients to provide companionship and give caregivers a break through reading, hobbies, games, and listening.
• Bring a certified, vaccinated therapy pet to visit patients and provide joy and emotional support.
• Share musical talents to brighten patients' days and comfort healthcare staff.
• Connect with fellow veterans, provide companionship, and participate in ceremonies honoring veteran patients.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed