Caregiver Relief and Friendly Visitor Volunteer

Caregiver Relief is offering the gift of time to family members of patients in hospice who face the ever-present challenge of care giving. Hospice caregiver relief volunteers offer short-term (2-4 hours) respite care to patients allowing caregivers to take a break, run errands, nap, etc.

Friendly Visitor Volunteering is offering the gift of time and presence for patients facing the end of life. This type of support brings hope, diversion and connection to patients who may be limited in having contact with others during this critical time in their life. Hospice friendly visitors provide care through companionship to patients by being present, listening, and engaging in light activities such as reading to the patient, playing games, and conversation.

We offer a flexible Volunteer Orientation program!

Our training program format will allow candidates to complete some of the required training thru an online program at your convenience and provide additional times and locations for the in-person training component. Note: Volunteers are asked to wait one year after the death of a family member or friend before volunteering.

We will work with you to help you join our volunteer program and start supporting patients throughout our 11 county service area! Contact us to receive more information and application instructions. Call Yvonne at (616)391-4240 or email us at [email protected].