Caring for Hospice Patients near Tinley Park
About the role
At APEX Hospice and Palliative Care, our mission is simple to bring comfort, peace, and dignity to patients and families walking through life's most tender moments. We focus on quality of life—offering not just care for the body, but also support for the spirit. Volunteers are at the heart of our team. By sharing your time and your unique gifts, you can bring companionship, relief, and joy to patients and their loved ones. Whether it's sitting and talking with someone, playing music, giving a caregiver a much-needed break, making friendly calls or helping in the office, your presence can make a lasting difference. Come discover how meaningful—and rewarding—it can be to walk alongside others during this special journey.
Responsibilities
- Sitting and talking with patients
- Playing music
- Reading or crafting with patients
- Running errands
- Giving caregivers a much-needed break
- Making friendly calls
- Helping in the office
Requirements
- A caring and compassionate heart with a willingness to learn and communicate as part of the Hospice team
- No additional experience required to join the team
- Training is provided and required by APEX
Location
APEX serves patients in their homes and in skilled nursing facilities in 16 counties around the Chicago land area. Volunteers are encouraged to contribute near where they live or work. This opportunity is for patients in and near Tinley Park, but volunteers are needed in many areas in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Inquire for more details.