Volunteer Services

Who are In-Home Hospice Volunteers?

A Hospice Volunteer is simply a friend you haven’t met yet! Volunteers are like neighbors you may have or wish you did have. They are emotionally mature, caring, sensitive, and loving people!

Volunteers believe that you can have the best quality of life possible, regardless of how long that time may be. They focus on your needs and the needs of your family. They approach the end-of-life in an open and direct way and are willing to help you and your family to do the same.

Volunteers are committed, dedicated women and men from all walks of life. They are thoroughly trained and understand their role as Hospice volunteers. They communicate with the Hospice staff so that they can support you and your family during a fragile time in your lives.

What do they do?

Volunteers are good listeners. They can talk openly about issues of dying that may be very sensitive and difficult for you to discuss with your family members. Volunteers know how important it is to respect your rights, including confidentiality. Volunteers are good company, whether you want someone just to sit in silence, watch TV together, read a book or newspaper to you, or talk about anything you feel you are up to discuss.

Volunteers may run errands, pick up medical supplies, or do some grocery shopping. They are also available to make trips to hospitals and doctor’s offices. Volunteers do not provide direct patient care. They may help prepare a single meal but will not assist in feeding you. Volunteers may help with very small chores around the home, as their own health permits, but are not assigned to perform housekeeping duties.

Are you a Mercy Hospice patient and need some assistance? We have helpful, eager volunteers standing by waiting to help! Simply call the number below or email our Volunteer Coordinator.

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