The Role of the Visiting Volunteer
Hospice Huntsville Visiting Volunteer Program
Hospice Huntsville offers trained volunteers who are willing to provide 24 hour end-of-life vigil in the comfort of your own home/cottage, hospital, long-term care facilities or in our residential hospice, Algonquin Grace.
There is no charge for this program.
Caregiver Respite
Visiting volunteers can stay with your loved one while you, as a caregiver, take a much-needed break to do what you have to – attend an appointment, get your hair cut, go out for dinner, have a bubble bath or attend your child’s school concert –whatever your heart desires
End-of -Life Support
Hospice Huntsville offers trained volunteers who are willing to provide 24 hour end-of-life vigil in private homes, residential hospice, hospital or long-term care facilities where support is needed for whatever reason.
Overnight Respite
Hospice volunteers can sit overnight with your loved one so you can get a good night’s sleep to help avoid getting rundown.
Our Visiting Volunteers provide non-medical care and support such as:
- Companionship, reading aloud, listening
- Simple comfort measures, back rubs, position changes, transfers
- Bedside vigilance while family members/caregivers rest
- Respite for caregivers to take a break away from home
- Bereavement support
Social/Companion Visits
Visiting Volunteers would be happy to come and spend a few hours with you – perhaps have a cup of tea or coffee, play a game of Scrabble or cards or even just sit and talk. Visits can be arranged to meet your needs and to fit into your schedule.
Contact Information
For further information or any questions about our Visiting Volunteer program, please contact Jane Weiland Program Coordinator at Hospice Huntsville 705-789-6878 Ext. 200 or email jane@hospicehuntsville.com
Interesting becoming a Visiting Volunteer?
Hospice Huntsville is an accredited member of the Hospice Association of Ontario.
