Our hospice organization needs volunteers who are good listeners to join our Bereavement Support Team. Our Bereavement Team supports our patient's family for 13 months following our patient's death. We will train you to assess the needs, responses, coping skills and support systems of our clients so that we can ensure that we are taking care of their bereavement needs. As a volunteer on our Bereavement Support Team, you will be calling our clients each month to see how they are coping with their grief and loss, to provide a listening ear and to offer support. Bereavement volunteers are able to provide support from the comfort of their own homes, or the comfort of our office, whichever works best for you and your life!
Type of help:
Mission Statement: We believe that individuals and families are experts in their own care, which is why we offer a personalized plan of care for each patient and family we serve. Our community-based organization consists of a team of trained hospice and palliative care professionals that are committed to helping our patients and their loved ones live each day to the fullest. Description: We provide care to our patients wherever they call home, whether that is a private residence, nursing home, Assisted Living Facility, or other location. We understand that each patient and family’s journey and needs are different. As a Medicare-certified hospice, AccentCare is proud to offer all four levels of hospice care: Routine, Inpatient, Respite, and Continuous Care. We work with our patients and medical team to determine the level of care appropriate for each patient. Counties Served: Anderson, Camp, Cass, Cherokee, Franklin, Gregg, Harrison, Henderson, Hopkins, Marion, Morris, Panola, Rusk, Shelby, Smith, Titus, Upshur, Van Zandt and Wood
Languages spoken:
ENGLISH
What else ...:
N/A
How many travelers can volunteer?:
Ask Accent Care or If you are interested in this wonderful volunteer opportunity, please go to our website https://accentare.com/volunteer contact Tamara Lang, Volunteer Services Coordinator at 903-234-0943 or TamaraLang@accentcare.com
Accommodation suggestions:
N/A
Hours expected:
We'll work with your schedule. Weekdays - Daytime and Evening Weekend - Daytime and Evening
Availability:
SKILLS: Bereavement Support Hospice Care
Wish List:
REQUIREMENTS: Background Check Must be at least 18 Orientation or Training Direct Care Volunteers are required to participate in initial hospice volunteer training as well as basic orientation. Training is offered in different formats and locations throughout the AccentCare Hospice service areas.
How would you like to volunteer?:
Virtual (you can do it from a computer, home or anywhere)
In Person (you'll go to a physical location)
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