Greeneville - Non-medical Hospice Volunteer - Direct Patient
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Become a Non-Medical Hospice Direct Care VolunteerAre you someone who enjoys connecting with others and making a difference? Our Non-Medical Hospice Direct Care Volunteers offer comfort and companionship to patients living with a terminal illness, as well as support to their families and caregivers.No medical experience is needed. Volunteers do not provide any medical or personal care—this means no bathing, lifting, bathroom assistance, or giving medications. Instead, your presence and kindness are what matter most.As a Direct Care Volunteer, you might:Spend time with patients through conversation and companionshipOffer emotional support to families and caregiversRead aloud to patients or share storiesPlay games or do puzzles togetherWrite letters or help patients express their thoughtsHelp with light household tasks like watering plants, walking pets, washing dishes, or taking out the trashYou choose your schedule! We ask for about 2 hours per visit, but your time and heart can make a lasting impact.
About Amedisys Hospice (Tri-Cities Serving 13 Counties in East TN)
Amedisys Hospice is about people helping people, and our team of hospice experts goes to great lengths to help our patients and their loved ones live each day to its fullest. Our approach is so much more than our experienced medical guidance. We foster genuine personal connections that offer emotional, psychological and spiritual support - taking an active role in the interests that bring joy. We work to help patients achieve their personal goals and to bring joy, comfort, and fulfillment into every moment possible. This strong system of support also extends to our patients’ families, providing them resources and support throughout this journey. The families we work with rate our care as "excellent". We care for all eligible patients. Hospice provides non-curative treatment and comfort to people with a life expectancy of six months or less, according to a physician’s judgment. We provide aggressive pain and symptom management, emotional and spiritual support, and quality of life, supporting both the patient and the entire family.
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