Volunteers are the heart of hospice. The operation of
any Hospice greatly depends on their work. Volunteers
help care for patients and families and provide
important support for administrative and fundraising
activities.
For more information, contact Ann Metherd at (209) 223-5500,
ann.metherd@hospiceofamador.org
| Usual time commitment: four hour shifts. |
| Services include: |
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Sorting, tagging and displaying merchandise. |
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Working on the sales floor assisting customers. |
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Cashiering. |
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Repairing clothing, toys or other donations. |
| Usual time commitment:
as needed. |
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Involved with all Hospice fundraising events
including the art auction and the Christmas
Tree of Lights. |
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Family Support Volunteers |
| Usual time commitment:
up to four hours per week. |
| Family support volunteers must attend a 32-hour training
course. |
| Services include: |
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Relieving caregivers so they can do errands, keep
appointments or just rest. |
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Transporting patients to medical appointments. |
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Providing companionship. |
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Running errands and helping with light chores. |
| Usual time commitment:
two to four hours per week. |
| Grief volunteers are required to attend a 32-hour
training course. |
| Services include: |
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Assistance at grief support groups for families. |
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Providing phone support to families. |
| Specially trained volunteers who respond to the needs of
young people. |
| Griefbusters must attend a 20 hour in-depth training. |
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