Today's Caregiver

MARCH 12, 2024

The IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) Programs offer free tax help for taxpayers who qualify.

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HopeHealth

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Joy, comfort, connection: In 10 years as a HopeHealth volunteer, Dace Krasts of South County, RI, has seen the many sides of hospice care. A South County volunteer tells her story appeared first on HopeHealth. The post What to expect from hospice care?

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Daily Nurse

AUGUST 12, 2022

Echu, RN, admits that if you asked her if she wanted to volunteer for any organization and not get paid, she would have said, “No.” Prior to finding out about Mercy Ships, Christel A. But when a friend who was an authority in the church she attended in Cameroon, Africa, she changed her mind. “I

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High Peaks Hospice

APRIL 21, 2022

In honor of National Volunteer Appreciation Week, we’d like to share our gratitude for everything our volunteers do to support us our mission and the families we serve. It was our pleasure hosting our volunteer appreciation gatherings at our Glens Falls Office and the Keene Valley Library earlier this month.

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AT Home Care & Hospice

APRIL 17, 2022

National Volunteer Month Volunteers are an essential part of the hospice care team. Whether it’s through direct care or administrative work behind the scenes, there are countless ways a hospice volunteer can help. We are beyond grateful for the incredible people who volunteer.

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Changing Lives Podcast

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Did you know that December 5th is International Volunteer Day as proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 1997? This day is set aside not only to recognize the efforts of UN volunteers, but of all volunteers across the globe. Learn all about the good volunteers do in this week's episode.

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Hospice Volunteering

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

One of the most meaningful activities I engaged in as a residential hospice volunteer was singing to the residents. I wasn’t an official music volunteer nor was I a music therapist. Recently I received a book by another hospice volunteer – someone who plays the guitar and rarely sings along.

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The Nurse Break

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Journey from Australian hospitals to the Solomon Islands as Frances Kennedy shares her experiences volunteer nursing. AVI had implemented a valuable program to support these ‘bridging interns’ but unfortunately all volunteers were repatriated with the advent of COVID-19, leaving the sustainability of the program in jeopardy.

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Adobe Hospice & Home Health

APRIL 17, 2022

Volunteers are an essential part of the hospice care team. Whether it’s through direct care or administrative work behind the scenes, there are countless ways a hospice volunteer can help. The difference they make for our patients and their families is immeasurable.

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NHPCO

APRIL 18, 2022

NHPCO Issues Proclamation Honoring Hospice Volunteers During National Volunteer Week, April 17 – 23, 2022. Volunteers are the Heart of Hospice. Hospice volunteers play an indispensable role in enabling hospice and palliative care organizations to offer the highest-quality care and support possible for the people they serve.

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Home Care Pulse

JULY 25, 2023

Article Contents: – Introduction – The value of volunteers. – How to develop world-class volunteers – Training for hospice volunteers – Focus on the little things Article Contents: – Introduction – The value of volunteers. What value do volunteers add to my program?

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Changing Lives Podcast

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Volunteers are the lifeblood of Hospice Quinte. In this episode of Changing Lives, we’re going to look at what our volunteers do to make Hospice Quinte work as well as it does. They are trained, compassionate, and dedicated as they provide services in our communities.

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Hospice Promise

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

We want to express our appreciation for our exceptional volunteers. Interested in volunteering? Hospice Promise offers a free online comprehensive training program to prepare you for your journey as a hospice volunteer. The post Hospice Promise Gives Thanks to Volunteers appeared first on Hospice Promise.

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Traditions Health

JUNE 26, 2023

What Makes a Good Hospice Volunteer? While nurses, chaplains, aides, and therapists all play valuable roles, volunteers form a vital part of hospice services. Visits with patients are flexible and typically scheduled with the patient and caregivers around the volunteer’s schedule.

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Always Best Care Senior Services

JANUARY 4, 2023

Volunteering can be a wonderful way to use that time more effectively, and the work being done benefits the volunteer, the organization they are assisting, and the individuals impacted by that organization. Here are just a few ways older adults can benefit from volunteering in their community: Socializing with others.

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Hope Hospice

JULY 13, 2022

By Volunteer Phil Bowman. If you are interested in learning about volunteering opportunities at Hope Hospice, click here. The post Why I Volunteer, Phil’s Story appeared first on Hope Hospice and Health Services. I could feel my face redden as I struggled to read the explicit, steamy passage out loud.

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Hospice 101

APRIL 20, 2020

“Many of our hospice volunteers don’t even realize the impact they have on the lives they touch”. Volunteers are valuable members of our society. Volunteers are found everywhere! Volunteers are in more places than many even realize. Volunteers show up and complete tasks for the greater good.

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Hope Hospice

MAY 18, 2022

By Volunteer Meg Belichek. Throughout my life, I have volunteered for many organizations. The last patient I saw as a therapist inspired me to become a hospice volunteer. The post Why I Volunteer, Meg’s Story appeared first on Hope Hospice and Health Services. I knew healthcare.

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Daily Nurse

AUGUST 16, 2023

Stanley, a registered nurse and a disaster health services volunteer for the American Red Cross, flew to Hawaii to aid the residents affected by one of the worst wildfires in Hawaii’s history. The post RN Barbara Stanley Volunteers to Assist in Hawaii Wildfire Recovery first appeared on Daily Nurse. Donate to Hawaii Wildfires here.

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Hospice Volunteering

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Here’s a lovely article about the resilience and flexibility of hospice services and volunteers in the Kawartha Lakes region of Ontario. Now more than ever we need to find ways other than in-person to support others in need in our community.

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Hospice Promise

APRIL 27, 2022

Hospice Promise Volunteers are a critical piece of our mission statement as we strive to provide compassionate end-of-life care and make a positive difference in the lives of our patients and their families. Our volunteers serve our hospice patients in many ways. Being a volunteer is extremely important.

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HopeHealth

APRIL 4, 2024

Thanks to a hospice volunteer, he finally did. His whole life, Jack dreamed of playing the golf course at Rhode Island Country Club. The post “This is your day”: A hospice patient’s golf dream comes true appeared first on HopeHealth.

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Minority Nurse

AUGUST 12, 2022

Echu, RN, admits that if you asked her if she wanted to volunteer for any organization and not get paid, she would have said, “No.”. I decided to volunteer with Mercy Ships because I was interested in being a part of the great work they were doing for the people of my country , and I wanted to help in any way that I could,” Echu says.

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Home Care Pulse

JULY 19, 2023

R EXBURG, ID, July 19 – Home Care Pulse, a leading provider of workforce education and engagement applications for post-acute care and senior living organizations, has acquired Teaching Transitions, a renowned provider of online hospice volunteer training. For more information, visit homecarepulse.com.

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Hope Hospice

MAY 25, 2022

By Volunteer Dan Felton. Having her as a patient reminded me why I like my job as a volunteer for Hope. The post Why I Volunteer, Dan’s Story appeared first on Hope Hospice and Health Services. Peggy * was in her late eighties and had lost her husband about two weeks before I met her. Peggy passed within a few weeks.

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Hospice of the North Coast

APRIL 1, 2023

Hospice of the North Coast is blessed to have a thriving volunteer department assisting our patients and families in many ways. We have volunteers dedicated to making Remember Me Bears , helping in the office, and sitting with patients without family/friends in their final hours. There is no truer heart than that of a volunteer.

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Nurse.com

MAY 16, 2022

So, when Sherred learned about an organization planning a medical mission to provide humanitarian support to the people of Ukraine, she and other nurse volunteers like her hopped on a plane. Nurse Volunteers Join Forces With Physicians. Rae Sherred, BSN, RN, spends time with an Ukrainian child in Poland.

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Changing Lives Podcast

JUNE 2, 2022

We need Kitchen Volunteers for the new Stan Klemencic Care Centre. We are looking for people who can volunteer at least once a month on a regular schedule on weekday mornings.

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NHPCO

OCTOBER 5, 2023

NHPCO presented the annual Volunteers are the Foundation of Hospice Awards during a special luncheon on Monday, October 2. These awards recognize hospice volunteers who embody the concept of volunteerism at the heart of hospice; improving the patient experience and serving as an inspiration to others.

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Changing Lives Podcast

JUNE 6, 2022

A report by Volunteer Canada revealed that Baby Boomers and Senior Adults provided more than 1 billion volunteer hours in 2010! Clearly volunteering provides non-profits and charities a wealth of expertise, which allows these organizations to provide a multitude of services for free or a very low cost to their communities.

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Hospice Promise

MAY 10, 2022

We want to thank all our volunteers who selflessly contribute their time to make a difference in our patients’ lives. We sat down with Scott, our Volunteer Coordinator, to talk about the significance and impact of our volunteers’ work. ” Interested in volunteering?

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Hospice Promise

APRIL 14, 2023

Being a hospice volunteer may seem challenging, but it also has amazing benefits! Are you interested in volunteering? Hospice Promise offers a free online comprehensive training program to prepare you for your journey as a hospice volunteer. For more information, please visit [link].

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Hospice of the North Coast

APRIL 4, 2023

Hospice volunteers play a critical role in supporting patients and their loved ones during this time. While nurses and medical professionals provide essential medical care, hospice volunteers offer companionship, emotional support, and practical assistance to patients and their families.

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High Peaks Hospice

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

November 5th i s Volunteer Manager Appreciation Day. Join us in celebrating High Peaks Hospice’s Volunteer Manager, Jennifer Rich! Jennifer took time to elaborate on aspects of volunteering and her position at High Peaks Hospice. What does Volunteer management mean to you? . Everyone wants to feel appreciated in life.

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High Peaks Hospice

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Informational Sessions about becoming a hospice volunteer are going on throughout the month of November! In conjunction with Hospice & Palliative Care Awareness Month, High Peaks Hospice is offering informative talks about becoming a Hospice Volunteer. Volunteer opportunities are available throughout the region.

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Hospice Promise

APRIL 4, 2022

Employee Spotlight: Scott, our Volunteer Coordinator. Meet Scott, our wonderful and dedicated Volunteer Coordinator! Scott has worked in healthcare for several years and found his passion in Volunteer Management. To him, it’s a joy to see the impact that volunteers and patients have on each other’s life.

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NHPCO

MARCH 7, 2022

Volunteers are the Foundation of Hospice Awards Celebrate Outstanding Volunteers. These awards, presented at the conference keynotes sessions, recognize hospice volunteers who best reflect the universal concept of volunteerism in its truest sense—serving as an inspiration to others. Specialized Volunteer Service Award: Jane E.

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