A Veteran volunteer is a person who has served or is currently serving in the military, visiting a Veteran on Hospice. Vet to Vet builds comradery that nonmilitary members can't relate to. Some things our Veteran Volunteers have done in the past are presenting veterans with a certificate and pin of gratitude for their service during a recognition ceremony when they come onto hospice care. They assist in planning and attending special activities and events for veterans. Veteran Volunteers also routinely visit Veteran Hospice patients and build relationships with them. As a Veteran, you will have first priority when we have a veteran looking for a companion volunteer. Great for veterans, ROTC, active duty, military family members etc.
Duties (any one activity will be very helpful): -Assisting in special events -Look for new opportunities.
Qualifications: -Positive attitude, organized, and possess a desire to honor our nation's veterans, and a desire to work in a hospice setting with the elderly, and a wide range of individuals.
Here is a link for a video created by Interim with one of our Veteran patients. This video really captivates what a volunteer can do and glimpse into what being a Interim Volunteer looks like. Making Memories at Every Stage in Life: One Veteran's Hospice Story (youtube.com)
