Volunteers
“The most precious gift we can give is ourself.” – Unknown author
Offering a gift of love.
A helping hand is always important – but no time more important than when a family member has a life-limiting illness. Hospice volunteers are caring people who donate their time, efforts and talents to Hospice patients, their families and loved ones.
There are many ways to volunteer at Hospice of Union County and volunteer activities are flexible and they can be fit to meet your schedule. Our volunteers complete an 18–hour training program that explains the hospice philosophy. Volunteer activities may occur during the day or evening with some activities occuring on weekends.
Profile of a Volunteer
It takes a special person to be a volunteer. Here are some of the qualities that make our volunteers so successful:
• Availability – Our volunteers have the time, or can make the time to devote a few hours to the work of Hospice each week.
• Flexibility – Our volunteers are comfortable with a variety of people and situations.
• Non-judgemental attitude – Our volunteers set aside their own attitudes and beliefs.
• Warmth and compassion – Hospice volunteers are experts at holding hands.
• Willingness to help people – They also have energy and optimism.
• Ability to work with others – Each volunteer is a vital part of the team.
