Companionship Volunteer Needed

About the role

Residential Hospice is seeking volunteers to visit patients at home or in a long-term care facility. Companionship may include reading and talking to a patient, writing letters, reading a patient’s personal story, or giving respite to caregivers.

Responsibilities

• Visit patients at home or in a long-term care facility
• Provide companionship through activities such as reading, talking, writing letters, sharing personal stories, or offering respite to caregivers

Requirements

No prior experience is necessary. Volunteers must be 18 years or older and willing to commit to regular visits.

Qualifications

Volunteers should have a compassionate nature, strong communication skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Confidentiality and discretion
• Patience and empathy

Benefits

• Knowing that they are not alone
• The chance to see a new face and share stories
• Allowing caregivers to take brief breaks and return refreshed
• Having something to look forward to

Pay

Volunteers receive no monetary compensation but are provided with a volunteer certificate of service.

Schedule

Volunteer schedules are flexible and can be arranged to fit the availability of both the volunteer and the patient.