Volunteering at Hospice

Volunteers make a huge contribution to the work of St. Elizabeth Hospice, and are at the heart of our work.

The spirit of hospice volunteering is borne from a genuine desire to give comfort, peace, and care to patients, caregivers, and families during the end of life. As a St. Elizabeth Hospice volunteer, you become part of a person’s life when help is needed most.

We welcome all those who wish to be a part of the special services we provide through volunteering. No service is too small and we have many options for engaging with our program. How do you want to serve our patients and families?

Volunteering at Hospice

More Information

St. Elizabeth Volunteer Program
Volunteer Coordinator
(859) 301-4622

Nursing Home Volunteers

Nursing Home Volunteers

These volunteers provide weekly companionship visits to the patient in the long term care setting, can offer support to the patient’s caregiver via telephone, or provide visits at end-of-life if no family is available to stay with the patient through our Compassionate Companion program.

Home Care Volunteers

Home Care Volunteers

It is very challenging to be a 24/7 caregiver.  Home care volunteers usually provide weekly visits to a patient in the home providing respite for their caregiver enabling them to keep up with everyday life activities such as grocery shopping.

Direct Patient Care Volunteers

Direct Patient Care Volunteers

You may be eligible to provide direct care to our patients, which is one of the most rewarding experiences that our Program offers. These volunteers serve on the inpatient unit under the supervision of an RN or Certified Nursing Assistant assisting with patient care, stocking linens, and assisting with meals.

Clerical Volunteers

Clerical Volunteers

These volunteers assist the staff with clerical duties within the home care office such as data entry, filing, copying and collating materials. They may also assist at the reception desk.

Bereavement Volunteers

Bereavement Volunteers 

These volunteers serve under the direction of the Bereavement Coordinator and may provide monthly bereavement calls. They may also provide assistance for memorial services, dove delivery and our STARS bereavement groups.

Patio Pals

Patio Pals

These volunteers assist us with landscaping, gardening, bird feeding and other projects as determined by the hospice team.

Memorial and Keepsake Volunteers

Memorial and Keepsake Volunteers

We also need volunteers to donate their talents in sewing, knitting, crocheting, etc. These volunteers help our program provide meaningful keepsakes for loved ones.

Memorial and Keepsake Volunteers

Veteran Volunteers

As part of our commitment to Veterans through the We Honor Veterans (WHV) Partnership, our Hospice Program has Veteran-to-Veteran Volunteer Program. Our Veteran Volunteers spend their time providing simple things like conversation, recognition and comradery through their shared bond of military service.

How Can I Apply? 

Volunteers should contact the Hospice volunteer coordinator for more information. Our volunteers undergo a 20-hour training course, along with ongoing education. While the training is rigorous, our volunteers will tell you it is well worth the effort. Learning materials are provided both online and in a classroom setting. Trainings are held four times per year, or as needed.

Volunteers must be 18 years or older to apply. Please call our volunteer coordinator at (859) 301-4622 or contact us by email for more information about volunteer opportunities.

Learn more about Hospice Care

Call

If you would like more information about the St. Elizabeth Hospice program or would like to make a referral, please contact us: Call (859) 301-4600.