Hospice of Westchester

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TRAINING
Hospice & Palliative Care of Westchester knows that each family is unique and services vary according to the individual. To prepare Volunteers to be a patient visitor, a 20+ hour specialized training program is provided. When the training is completed, a volunteer is assigned to a patient and works directly with the clinical-care team under the supervision of the Volunteer Coordinator. This specific training is not required for volunteers who do not have a patient contact. And in-depth orientation of hospice is provided to volunteers who wish to work in other areas.

Volunteers play a vital role with Hospice and Palliative Care of Westchester. They can assist with administrative support in the office, with community education, assist at fund-raising events or help to recruit other volunteers.

SERVICES PROVIDED by VOLUNTEERS

Respite
Visit with a patient in order that the caregiver can do other things or rest.

Errands
Pick up prescriptions or go grocery shopping for the family

Listening
Providing emotional support

Office Support
Assisting with telephones, filing, mailing, data entry

Special Needs
Volunteers with special skills such as a second language, artistic abilities or writing skills, are needed to interact with patients and families.

Community Outreach and Fund-raising events
Help staff with annual events, health fairs or information booths

COMMITMENT
All volunteers are asked to make a year-long commitment. A weekly three hour visit is required for Patient Visitor Volunteers.

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