HOSPICARE & PALLIATIVE CARE SERVICES - VOLUNTEER PROGRAM | HOSPICARE & PALLIATIVE CARE SERVICES

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Hospicare volunteers make a difference in three areas: Patient Support, Hospicare Ambassadors, and Community Support.Patient SupportPatient Support volunteers help patients and families with everyday needs like light household chores, shopping, transportation, and companionship-primarily in the patient's home. Volunteers also support our 6-bed residence by helping prepare and serve meals and offering companionship. Specially trained and/or professional volunteers may also provide bereavement support, music, massage, or pet visits.Training & commitment: Patient Support volunteers complete a required 20-hour training, commit to 2-4 hours per week for at least one year, and participate in ongoing education and support meetings.Hospicare AmbassadorsAmbassadors partner with Hospicare staff to increase awareness in Tompkins and Cortland counties. If you enjoy connecting with people, this role is a great fit. Ambassadors staff information tables at community events, share materials in local gathering places, help with small events or civic engagement projects, and present to groups like Rotary clubs, churches, and senior centers.Training & commitment: Ambassadors meet monthly for training and commit to 3-5 events per year.Community SupportLearn more or sign up: hospicare.org/volunteerCommunity Support volunteers help behind the scenes with office and administrative tasks, event support, and fundraising efforts (including Women Swimmin' for Hospicare). We also welcome help with gardens and other small projects as needs arise.

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