Music Companion Hospice Volunteer - Direct Care

Do you love music and want to share your gift with others? Are you seeking to make a difference in the lives of others? As a music companion volunteer you can enrich the lives of hospice patients in your community. In person visits would involve you sharing music with a patient, or multiple patients, at their residence. If you play an instrument or enjoy singing, you can bring joy into the lives of patients by sharing your talents. Hours are extremely flexible. Become a music companion to a patient when they really need it most! If you have a little extra time and are looking for something rewarding to do, look no further. When assigned to a patient, we will review the details of the patients life before we introduce you to them and you will meet with them on a regular basis. Benefits of Music for Hospice Patients Include: Can create positive emotional changes and help to improve your mood The right type of music has been known to help with memory recall, which can contribute to satisfaction with life Has been known to help improve awareness of self and environment Can be used to alleviate pain Can be used as a social connection between patients and family Has been shown to increase or maintain physical, mental and social functioning Provides a useful tool to help fall asleep Can promote vocal and physical activity Promotes physical rehabilitation Provide relaxation Why Volunteer for Care Partners Do you have a heart for people? Do you want to make a big difference in someones day? As a volunteer for Care Partners you can make a profound difference in a familys life as a compassionate and calm presence who understands what they are going through. Our volunteers share our calling to bring comfort and help to others when they need it the most. Without the help of people like you we could not provide the level of service families in our community deserve. Our specially trained volunteers are crucial in the daily operation and success of our program both in the office and supporting patients wherever they call home. Volunteers may keep a patient company for an afternoon, take them on an outing, help with projects around the house, give caregivers a break allowing them to run errands or get some rest or provide a specialized skill like giving a haircut or playing music. Whether you elect to visit patients, share a specific talent or assist office staff you will be playing a vital role in our organization. About Us At Care Partners we recognize that dying is not just a medical event but a personal one. As a not-for-profit, community-based hospice our goal since we were founded in 1982 has been to provide uniquely personal and exceptionally compassionate care and support to patients and their families. We serve Multnomah, Washington, Clackamas counties as well as parts of Yamhill and Columbia counties. We have opportunities for placement with patients throughout the Portland metropolitan region. Our main offices are located in Hillsboro, OR. Volunteer Orientation Volunteer Orientation is offered three times per year. Our training process ensures that volunteers are knowledgeable and confident as they enter their volunteer service. To register for orientation or ask questions about our volunteer program please contact Hannah Bruckbauer, Volunteer Coordinator 503.648.9565 or email hannah.bruckbauer@carepartnersor.org.