Hospice End-of-Life Doulas (HELD) are holistically trained non-medical companions to hospice patients and their families. They provide emotional, spiritual, and practical support, while reinforcing hospice care concepts and philosophy. HELD work closely with the hospice team to determine how best to collaboratively support patient and family needs
COMPANION VOLUNTEERS provide a personal interaction, comforting presence, and small moments of joy. Companions can also offer caregiver respite and/or practical help around the home.
HOSPICE HOUNDS volunteers are a registered* therapy animal and their human teammate provide a calming, friendly presence, and are known to reduce stress and anxiety.
VET TO VET VOLUNTEERS offer a unique ability to relate and connect to fellow veteran patients, either as a companion or while conducting veteran pinning ceremonies.