Who are Hospice Northeast Volunteers? Volunteers are the heart of the Hospice Northeast program. Hospice Northeast volunteers include men and women who are 18 years of age and older who come from all walks of life. Every volunteer brings caring people who wish to serve their community by providing support and companionship to Hospice Northeast patients and families, promoting community awareness, assisting with special events and providing clerical support. Hospice Northeast has Volunteer Role Tailor-Made Just for You! Hospice volunteers can choose the type of work they would like to do: Patient Family Care - Volunteers work directly with patients and their families, offering support and encouragement., Services can include, but are not limited to the following: Being a good listener Reading to the patient Running errands Barbering and hair styling Providing emotional support Preparing a simple meal Providing transportation Offering "time-out" for caregivers Administrative Support - Volunteers provide valuable clerical and administrative support to hospice staff. Tasks include: filing, data entry, bulk mailings and receptionist assistance. Community Awareness - Hospice volunteers are an integral part of Hospice Northeast and provide insight and information to the community about hospice programs, services and volunteer opportunities. Speakers Bureau - Hospice Northeast professionals, trained hospice volunteers, Esprit de Corps board members and Women's Auxiliary members offer interesting presentations to general audiences, healthcare professionals, and to civic, business and social service groups. Exhibits - Volunteers help staff special projects such as health fairs and fundraising events and are available to answer questions and share the services of Hospice Northeast with others. Women's Auxiliary of Hospice Northeast - Auxiliary members prepare beautiful, personalized care baskets and plan an annual Tree of Life Celebration during the holiday season to benefit Hospice Northeast patients and families. Esprit de Corps - Esprit De Corps is a volunteer membership organization which includes more than 1,200 professionals. Members work together with corporate sponsors throughout the community to plan and organize unique theme parties, after work socials and black-tie galas to benefit patients and families served by Hospice Northeast.   For more information on volunteer opportunities with Hospice Northeast, please call the Volunteer Department at 904-268-5200.   Back to the Concours d'Elegance Main Menu