Volunteer Opportunities

Patient Care

Provide compassionate companionship and emotional support to hospice patients and their families. Activities may include:

• Social visits and conversation
• Reading aloud
• Playing games
• Music or art activities
• Writing or recording personal and family histories

Respite Care

Offer temporary relief to caregivers who may be physically and emotionally exhausted. This allows caregivers time to:

• Run errands
• Exercise
• Rest or spend time alone
• Attend appointments

Bereavement Support

Support families throughout the dying and grieving process by:

• Assisting with group meetings and memorial services
• Providing follow-up support to families
• Creating hand molds for patients
• Working closely with social workers and chaplains

Office Support

Assist hospice staff with administrative tasks, including:

• Sending birthday cards
• Assembling mailing packets
• Making supply calls to patients
• Helping with hospice events

Volunteer Qualifications

Volunteers must:

• Be 18 years of age or older
• Be able to work independently within the scope of assigned duties
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be a good listener and practice active listening
• Maintain and respect professional boundaries
• Possess sound mental and emotional health
• Be sensitive to patients and families
• Work well with diverse populations and family dynamics
• Stay calm in stressful situations
• Be self-motivated, flexible, and adaptable
• Commit to at least 2 hours per week for a minimum of 6 months
• Have reliable transportation (service area spans Eagle Mountain to Santaquin)