04/01/2025
Looking for an opportunity to become involved as a hospice volunteer? We are looking for Vigil Volunteers.
What is a Vigil Volunteer??
Vigil Volunteers provide a supportive presence during a patient's final hours. They offer a beautiful final gift of peace and solace to those they serve.
Vigil Volunteers may hold the person's hand, speak or read to them, play the person's favorite music, or simply be a comforting presence at the bedside.....
Purpose:
The primary goal is to ensure that patients nearing the end of life are not left alone and to provide a sense of peace and solace during their final hours.
Responsibilities-
Emotional Support:
Offer a listening ear, hold hands, read, sing, or simply be a comforting presence.
Family Support:
Provide respite for family members and offer a listening ear to them as well.
On-call availability:
Vigil volunteers often work on-call, as needed, and may be called to visit a patient in their final days or hours.
Shift Length:
Vigil volunteers may work in two-hour shifts or longer, depending on the needs of the patient and family.
Skills and Qualities: Compassion and empathy. Active listening skills. Ability to be present and comfortable with silence. Flexibility and adaptability.
Please call our office or reach out here on FB for more info.
330.686.9909
