Comfort Companion Volunteer
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Comfort Companion VolunteerLooking to do something meaningful? Consider building rewarding relationships with localhospice patients. Optimal Care is looking for compassionate individuals willing todonate their time to provide exceptional end-of-life care to these patients as well as theirfamilies. As a Comfort Champion Volunteer, you will visit patients in local nursing facilitiesand/or their private residence. You will provide companionship, play cards/games, watchTV, read books and so much more.The Greatest Generation has given us so much. By giving the gift of time, you will make aspecial impact in the lives of those facing life’s final journey. If you are a good listener,non-judgmental, adaptable and have a strong desire to reach out with love and concern forothers become a Comfort Champion Volunteer today!For more information, please call us at (800) 490-1742 or email volunteer@optimal.careMission Statement: To Serve Together, Provide Value and Deliver Exceptional QualityCare.At Optimal Care, we believe everyone connected to us should Expect Exceptional - ourpatients, families, care providers and community partners. Our purpose is to care for theseriously ill population and surround those affected by life limiting illness with unmatchedlevels of care. Optimal Care promotes a family culture of doing what is right for ourpatients, wherever they call home.
About Optimal Care Hospice
Optimal Care Hospice provides quality care anywhere our patients reside. The Hospice team, led by a dedicated RN case manager and overseen by a Physician, helps our Patients and their Family make informed decisions about care choices and options. Our Volunteer Program provides an integrated and comprehensive system of volunteer programs that enhance and augment the services of Hospice staff.Volunteer Services in areas of Hospice include:Clerical Support - bulk mail preparation, creating admission packets and much moreCompanion Care - providing companionship to Patients and respite to their family in the home.Bereavement Services - providing emotional support to Family members or friends for 13 months following a patient’s death.Spiritual Care - providing spiritual and emotional support to Patients and Families.Our volunteers are here to meet the needs of our patients and families, assist our staff, and support the needs of the agency. If you have further questions, please feel free to contact the Optimal Care Hospice Volunteer Coordinator at (800) 961-7650.P.S. Please check your spam for emails from the Volunteer Coordinator after inquiring through Volunteer Match's website. These emails often go to spam and are missed by those looking to volunteer!
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