Hospice Volunteer Opportunities

Hospice Volunteer Opportunities

Hospice volunteers are essential members of the hospice team. Some patients don't have loved ones who are able to visit. Volunteers help reduce feelings of loneliness by providing social connections. Companionship can greatly improve a patient's quality of life. Volunteers hear stories, meet new people and create meaningful relationships.

Volunteers also fill the job of providing respite for caregivers. Caring for someone who is terminally ill can be physically and emotionally exhausting, and volunteers can help caregivers have time to take care of their own needs and get a much-deserved break.

Administrative volunteers help hospice services run smoothly, create a welcoming environment and provide top-notch care and service for families.

By becoming a hospice volunteer, you can gain great personal satisfaction from knowing that you have made an impact in another person's life and have contributed to your community in a compassionate and caring way.

We have trainings available.

Upcoming Trainings are 4 - 8 p.m. at 21 Enterprise Drive in Augusta:

• Monday, April 14
• Thursday, April 24
• Tuesday, April 29
• Thursday, May 8
• Tuesday, May 13
• Thursday, May 22

Training sessions are free, but you must sign up in advance by calling Loretta at 207-248-0427 or emailing her at [email protected].