Hospice Volunteer
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Visiting Nurse Association of Franklin
Franklin, NH, US
Summary
Volunteers provide administrative support in the office or direct companionship to hospice patients and their families. Responsibilities include tasks like data entry, assembling packets, reading to patients, and participating in veteran-specific ceremonies.
Job Description
Description
Are you looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? Join Franklin VNA & Hospice's dedicated volunteer team and bring joy, comfort, and support to those who need it most. We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities that cater to different skills and interests. Whether you enjoy direct interaction with patients, supporting behind the scenes, or sharing your special talents, there's a place for you here. Explore the different ways you can make a difference and find the perfect volunteer role for you!
VOLUNTEERS ARE NOT PAID EMPLOYEES AND DO NOT RECEIVE COMPENSATION FOR THEIR TIME.
Who we are:
At Franklin VNA & Hospice, we take immense pride in being a mission-driven, patient-centered leader in end-of-life care. Guided by our vision to be the most trusted partner in hospice care, we surround our patients and their loved ones with unwavering support, comfort, and compassion. At Franklin VNA & Hospice, we look for volunteers who share our belief that true hospice care extends beyond medical needs—it’s about bringing dignity, peace, and human connection to every life we touch.
Requirements
Responsibilities:
Join as an Administrative / Organizational Volunteer!
- Support our care team behind the scenes by helping in our offices (light data entry, assembling packets, sending cards to family members), organizing special memories for patients, sewing memory bears or blankets, and more. Your support can make a big impact!
Become a Patient Care Volunteer!
- Visit patients to offer companionship and give caregivers a break. Activities include reading, hobbies, playing games, and listening. Make a difference in someone's day!
Serve as a Veteran Volunteer!
- Connect with fellow veterans, provide companionship, and participate in meaningful ceremonies. Your unique insights can help support and honor our veteran patients.
Qualifications:
- A heart for serving others and an appreciation for the hospice mission.
- Demonstrates compassion, empathy, and deep respect for individuals and their unique journeys.
- Welcomes and values people of all backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs.
- Must be able to pass background check requirements.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
The Franklin VNA & Hospice is a non-profit, independent Home Care agency that was incorporated in 1945. One nurse was hired to work for what was then called "Franklin Public Health Nurse". Care provided was mostly to the underprivileged and the nurse was called "the district nurse".
By 1960, the nurse had a helper and the office was a cubby hole in the Franklin Police Station. In 1965, the staff consisted of 2 nurses, 2 aides, a secretary and a director and the agency moved to a bigger office at Franklin Regional Hospital. In 1975, the Board of Directors authorized the purchase and remodeling of a plumbing supply building on Chestnut Street. The staff grew to 4 or 5 nurses, several home health aides and homemakers, a secretary and the director (about 15 to 20 people in all).
In 1991, as home care became more necessary because people were being discharged from hospitals sooner than they had been before, a second floor was added to the building on Chestnut Street. Nurses were now able to provide IV therapy and other high tech care at home. Staff grew to accommodate the increased need.
In 2005, the VNA received Medicare certification for Hospice. The Hospice program allows people with terminal illnesses to spend their remaining days at home among their loved ones. In its first year, the Franklin VNA Hospice Program cared for more than 30 clients and their families in Franklin, Tilton and Northfield, making over 750 home visits in the course of their care.
Founded
1945
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Franklin, NH
The Franklin VNA & Hospice is a non-profit, independent Home Care agency that was incorporated in 1945. One nurse was hired to work for what was then called "Franklin Public Health Nurse". Care provided was mostly to the underprivileged and the nurse was called "the district nurse".
By 1960, the nurse had a helper and the office was a cubby hole in the Franklin Police Station. In 1965, the staff consisted of 2 nurses, 2 aides, a secretary and a director and the agency moved to a bigger office at Franklin Regional Hospital. In 1975, the Board of Directors authorized the purchase and remodeling of a plumbing supply building on Chestnut Street. The staff grew to 4 or 5 nurses, several home health aides and homemakers, a secretary and the director (about 15 to 20 people in all).
In 1991, as home care became more necessary because people were being discharged from hospitals sooner than they had been before, a second floor was added to the building on Chestnut Street. Nurses were now able to provide IV therapy and other high tech care at home. Staff grew to accommodate the increased need.
In 2005, the VNA received Medicare certification for Hospice. The Hospice program allows people with terminal illnesses to spend their remaining days at home among their loved ones. In its first year, the Franklin VNA Hospice Program cared for more than 30 clients and their families in Franklin, Tilton and Northfield, making over 750 home visits in the course of their care.
Founded
1945
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Franklin, NH
