Volunteer as Hospice Volunteer/ Live to Give Program in Wilmington, DE

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What

Volunteer Center:
DE State Office of Volunteerism

Posted By:
Odyssey HealthCare

Description:
Live to Give is a free community service program of Odyssey Healthcare, a national hospice organization, that supplements the activity programs of LTC, Independent, Assisted Living, and Group Home facilities. This is accomplished by training their residents as Odyssey Healthcare volunteers within their own facilities and we are seeking compassionate, caring individuals to train these special residents. Celebrate the gift of giving by giving the gift of life through volunteerism..... LIVE to GIVE!

When

Duration:

Ongoing

Dates:

Apr 20, 2009 - Apr 20, 2010

Time of Day:

Morning , Afternoon , Evening

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Where
Location:	Contact Info:
Wilmington, DE 19803	Login to see details. http://www.odsyhealth.com

Who & How
Volunteers Needed:


Special Requirements:	Candidates must be 18 years + willing to complete background screening, orientation and training and able to firmly commit 8 hours per month.
Volunteer Options:

Interest & Skill Area

Administration/Organizational Support
- Board/Committee Member
- Business Assistance
- Clerical
  - Bulk Mailing
  - Data Entry/Word Processing
  - Filing
  - Receptionist/Telephone Answering
- Computer/Internet Services
  - Computer/Database Programming
  - Network Administration
  - Web Site Development
- Donations Management
  - Donations Distribution
  - Donations Pickup
  - Donations Sorting/Packing
- Finance/Accounting
  - Bookkeeping
  - Financial Planning
- Fundraising
  - Fund-Raising Events
  - Grant Development
  - Pledge Drives
- Interviewing
- Program Management
- Research/Evaluation
- Sales/Cashier
- Stockroom
- Thrift Shop Support
- Volunteer Recruitment/Coordination
Arts/Culture
- Artist
- Backstage Production
- Gallery/Museum Sitting
- Historic Preservation
- Performer/Musician
- Sewing/Needlecraft
- Storytelling
- Tour/Exhibit Guide
- Usher/Ticket Taker
Communications/Marketing
- Amateur Radio Operator
- Conference Exhibit Assistant
- Desktop Publishing
- Graphic Design
- Photography
- Public Relations
- Public Speaking
- Video Production
- Writing/Editing
Environment
- Debris Removal
- Environmental Protection/Advocacy
- Graffiti Removal
- Hazardous Materials Cleanup
- Land Conservancy
- Litter Cleanup
- Nature Trail
- Recycling
- Stream Cleanup/Water Conservation
- Tree Planting
Family Services Related
- Abuse Support
  - Child Abuse
  - Domestic Violence
  - Elder Abuse
- Adoption Support
- Chaperoning
- Child Care
- Companionship
  - Conversation Partner
  - Friendly Telephoning
  - Home Visit
- Errand Running/Shopping
- Foster Parenting Support
- Hairdressing/Nail Care
- Mentoring Services
- Parenting Support
- Personal Finances/Tax Assistance
- Refugee Resettlement
- Sexual Assault
Health/Substance Abuse
- Blood Drive Assistant
- Dental Care
- Equestrian Therapy
- Hospice Care
- Hospital/Institutional Visit
- Medical Care
- Nursing Care
- Patient Support
- Pregnancy Related
- Rehabilitation
- Respite/Home Health Care
- Speech and Hearing
- Substance Abuse Prevention/Treatment
Recreational Activities/Sports
- Camp Counselor
- Coaching
- Crafts
- Exercise/Fitness Leader
- Playground Aide
- Recreational Activities
- Sports Officiating
- Swimming Instructor
- Troop/Youth Club Leader
Special Event Support
- Bartending
- Bingo Caller
- Concessions
- Decorator Show House
- Event Coordination
- Holiday Related
- Parade Marshall
- Parking Lot
- Party Host/Hostess
- Setup/Cleanup
- Sporting Event Monitor

Population(s) Served
Families Gay/Lesbian/ Bisexual/Transgender Ethnic Groups Immigrants/Refugees Low Income/Public Assistance Recipients Racial Groups Retirement Communities Mobility Disabilities Learning Disabilities Cognitive Disabilities Hearing Disabilities Vision Disabilities Emotional Disabilities Seizures Disabilities Infants/Toddlers Children Adolescents Young Adults Adults Older Adults