The Quality of Life Campaign:
Read more about our new, state-of-the-art Hospice Care and Community Center on our existing lakeside property.
Volunteers & Community
No matter your role, volunteering with our agency can be a life-changing experience.
Hospice and palliative care volunteers provide comfort, compassion and care for our patients and families.
It is our philosophy that volunteers are part of our team. To maintain quality care for our patients and their loved ones, we have a few requirements of our volunteers. Individuals hoping to volunteer must:
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Pass a criminal background check
- Receive a TB test if volunteering with patients
- Agree to our Influenza Program requirement
- Agree to complete two continuing education opportunities annually
- Wait 12 months to start the training after a significant loss if wanting to volunteer with patients
In addition to these requirements, we ask all volunteers to complete training and commit to one assignment per year. Some specialized volunteer roles must maintain an active certification.
To learn more about volunteer opportunities in your area contact volunteering@hospicewr.org or start the application process here.
Learn more about volunteer opportunities:
This role can include supportive visits and phone calls, visits to patients in our inpatient facilities and bereavement support. You can share your professional skills as an attorney, cosmetologist, massage therapist or notary. We offer specialized training for End-of-Life Doula, Veterans Serving Veterans, Hands-on-Care, Comfort Touch, Reiki and Spiritual Care.
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Corporate and Community Group volunteer opportunities provide organizations with the chance to engage employees and individuals as a part of their social responsibility. Volunteer groups can range in size and only need to complete a brief orientation to get started on pre-assigned projects. Past projects include painting, cleaning, gardening, clerical work and more! We are happy to work with your group to identify the project that will be most impactful for both organizations.
We Can Help
Speak with the referral team by contacting us 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We will do our best to schedule a visit on the same day it is needed.
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Donate to The Hospice of the Western Reserve
At the heart of our mission we aim to enhance the quality of life for those nearing the end of life’s journey and those who grieve. We could not do this important work without the support of generous individuals like you.
Join The Hospice of the Western Reserve Team
Each of our team members makes a profound impact in our mission of providing exceptional care and support to patients and their loved ones. Turn your calling into your career.