04/24/2026
In honor of National Volunteer Week, we are highlighting one of our amazing volunteers, Laura Matlock. Below, she shares her story about the impact of volunteering:
“My father passed away in September 2025 after a brief illness and being in hospice. During his illness, I saw how important it was to him to have visitors lift his spirits. I wanted to give back in a way that mattered, and I saw a Facebook post seeking volunteers for Agape Hospice.
Little did I know my volunteering with Agape would introduce me to someone came to love as early as my second visit with her. Allie is a wonderful lady who thinks she has nothing to talk about, but somehow our visits extend into two hours before we know it, whether we are talking about her family, or I'm reading her church bulletin, or painting her nails. We laugh like two schoolgirls telling secrets on the playground. Allie will be 101 years old in July this year and wakes up every morning to put on her makeup, jewelry, and dress to impress the world.
I started volunteering with Agape to give of my time to help others - what I gained is a friendship that I never thought was possible, that probably feeds my soul more than hers. I'm not sure who looks forward to our visits more - Allie or me.”
Laura Matlock has been a volunteer with Agape since 2025, and we are so grateful for the kindness and impact she has made.
If you’re interested in volunteering with Agape, visit our website and inquire today. https://www.threeoakshospice.com/volunteer/