Volunteer Hair Care for Homebound Hospice Patients

Licensed Barbers and Hairdressers Needed

To help patients look goodwhich can help patients feel betterUnityPoint Hospice Cedar Rapids seeks licensed barbers and cosmetologists to volunteer their services to homebound hospice patients.

Professionals whovolunteer must have a current and valid state license, and they also must undergo hospice volunteer training. You can be a part of helping not only to maintain someone's very appearance, but to maintain their dignity of life.

What do you think of when you hear the word "hospice"?

Hospice is not a place, but a philosophy of care. While a hospice serves those on their end-of-life journey, the process really concerns livingand, inas manycases as possible, living in the patient's home. At UnityPoint Hospice, we provide each patient comfort andthe best possible care. Our volunteers play a critical role in our patients journey. They help to fulfill our goal to help patients and their families live every moment.

What is the commitment?

UnityPoint Hospice volunteers complete 14 hours of training in hospice philosophy, end-of-life care issues, and documentation. They also participate in ongoing educational opportunities throughout the year. We seek licensed barbers and hairdressers tovolunteer, providing haircuts and related services to hospice patients in their homes.

For more information or to register for our next orientation opportunity, contact Amber Young, hospice volunteer coordinator, at (319) 369-7744, or [email protected].