Volunteer Services
Volunteers are special people with a nobility of character and a gentleness of soul that makes them a very special part of Hospice of Miami County. They are “someone like me” to the patient and family – a listening ear, a friendly visitor, a fresh perspective – in a difficult time.
Volunteers are divided into two main categories: caregiving and program support. Caregiving volunteers have direct contact with patients and families. They may perform tasks such as sitting with the patient, delivering medications and equipment to patient’s homes, running errands or doing light housekeeping tasks. Program support volunteers perform clerical and administrative tasks at the hospice office and participate in special events and projects. All Volunteers choose the amount of time they wish to give and have plenty of flexibility in scheduling and choice of tasks.
Hospice volunteer training consists of a basic 8 to 10 hour program with sessions being held once a week for four weeks. Volunteers wishing to assist with grief support activities require an additional 8 hours of bereavement training. Volunteer training is held at various times throughout the year.
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please call the Hospice office at 937-335-5191 and ask for the Volunteer Coordinator.
Or you may, email Our Volunteer Coordinator.
