Volunteer
Hospice volunteers are a critical part of the care we provide. They offer support and companionship to caregivers and other family membersjust when they need it most. Our volunteers are drawn from every age group and background, and each is committed to making a difference in the lives of others.
Volunteer training
All patient support volunteers must complete a 16-hour training program. An experienced patient support volunteer may take additional training to become a bereavement volunteer.
A volunteer coordinator can provide more information about training requirements and schedules. To learn more, call (516) 832-7100.
Volunteer Opportunities
Patient Support Volunteer
- Provide practical help for overburdened families
- Offer respite and relief so caregivers can have some time for themselves
- Provide companionship for someone in our program
- Donate skills (such as hairdressers/barbers)
- Act as a friendly visitor
- Become members of our hospice network s Speakers Bureau (raise awareness about compassionate end-of-life care options for our communities)
Administrative Volunteers
- Provide clerical assistance to office staff
- Offer computer skills
- Work on special projects
Bereavement Volunteers
- Assist hospice bereavement staff
- Support hospice family members (make phone calls, send cards, etc.)
Junior Volunteers
- Donate time as part of school projects
- Offer knowledge, such as computer skills, to help with office projects
- Become a Lollipop Leader these volunteers are trained to work with children, assisting the children s bereavement department, being a buddy and working with arts and crafts
Special Skills Volunteers
- Committee and advisory board participation
- Fundraising and special events
- Graphic design
- Haircutting
- Reiki
Pet Therapy Volunteers
- Dogs certified through Therapy Dogs International and Pet Partners