Health and Fitness : COMPASSUS SEARCHING FOR COMPASSIONATE HOSPICE VOLUNTEERS IN VINTON

Compassus, a nationwide provider of integrated home-based care services, including hospice care, is looking for hospice volunteers in Vinton, Iowa, and the surrounding areas. Volunteering with Compassus is a rewarding way to enhance the lives of hospice patients and their families.

Hospice volunteers are part of a special team of people who serve patients receiving end-of-life care and their families, working together to preserve dignity and quality of life. Volunteer presence can be a great source of comfort and help to both the patient and family members during this difficult time. Most volunteers visit clients in their homes or at the long-term care facilities.

An effective hospice volunteer should have a compassionate and kind attitude toward their patients. They should strive to provide comfort and support for both the patient and their family members. Volunteers should also be reliable, punctual and prepared for the tasks assigned to them. Good communication skills are essential in this role.

All volunteers receive free training. In the volunteer orientation, individuals learn about hospice services, as well as the hospice philosophy of care. After completing training, volunteers determine the amount of time they commit to service. Whether two hours a month or six hours a week, all efforts are appreciated and needed. For more information, go to compassus.com/volunteers. To apply to be a volunteer, contact Jill Venden, volunteer coordinator, at jill.venden@hospicecom.com or 928-899-8546. You must be 18 years or older to apply.

About Compassus

Compassus provides a continuum of integrated home-based care services, including home health, home infusion, palliative and hospice care. Nearly 6,000 teammates and more than 250 access points nationwide provide high-quality care and manage patients' advanced illnesses in partnership with health systems and long-term care partners. The Compassus Care for who I am culture reflects its unique care delivery model, which focuses on each person as an individual as well as a patient, to improve their quality of life in a meaningful way. The company was honored as one of Newsweek's Greatest Places to Work for Women and Parents and Families in 2023. Learn more at compassus.com or follow @Compassus on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.