Our volunteers are literally the heart of hospice. At Bethany, they provide a special kind of caring and compassion for our patients and their families. We have a dedicated volunteer force and offer opportunities to serve in just about every area imaginable.
The Bethany volunteer serves as a member of the hospice team by sharing skills and interests in a manner that provides comfort and enriches the quality of life for those served. Whether a volunteer can give four hours a month or four hours per day, your help is always welcomed and appreciated. Volunteers serve on a regularly scheduled basis and provide the following:
Direct Patient Volunteer: Companionship visits to the patient, respite care to the caregiver, sitter services for short periods so caregiver can attend doctor’s appointments or social outings.
Administrative Volunteer: Assist in the office with clerical duties such as answering phones, data entry, assembling information packets, filing, prepare mailings, and assist in other office needs.
Pet Therapy Volunteer: Provides pet therapy visits to patients and facilities. Training provided through Pet therapy Inc. Up to date vaccinations and yearly exams required on all pets.
Special Project Volunteer: Bakes cookies, knitting or crocheting gifts for patients, wheelchair washes, helping with birthday crafts, blood drives
We are always in need of additional volunteers. In our fast-paced society, we realize the value of everyone’s time. If you are interested in filling out an application and request for background check, click here. To speak to the Volunteer Coordinator, call 229-249-8687 or e-mail Susan Doak at: sdoak@bethany-hospice.com
