Volunteer Opportunities! (Hospice)

Holisticare Hospice • Coatesville, PA

12d

About The Position

Holisticare Hospice invites volunteers to support patients, caregivers, families, and staff in a variety of roles. Volunteers may provide companionship to patients, assist with caregiver respite, contribute behind the scenes with office and organizational tasks, share music, visit with certified therapy pets, or connect with veteran patients. 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

• A certified and vaccinated therapy pet is required for the Pet Therapy Volunteer opportunity.
• Musical gifts are relevant to the Musician Volunteer opportunity.
• Veteran status and experience are relevant to the Veteran Volunteer opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and organizational support, including 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 offer 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.
• Share music with patients and healthcare staff to provide comfort and joy.
• Connect with fellow veterans, provide companionship, and participate in meaningful ceremonies.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed