Circle of Care Program Volunteer

Make a meaningful impact-- on your schedule!AccentCare Hospice is seeking compassionate volunteers to support patients and families through our Circle of Care program. Circle of Care Volunteers provide friendly, supportive phone check ins that help ensure patients have the comfort, medications, and supplies they need-especially heading into the weekend.These simple calls make a powerful difference by offering reassurance, connection, and an extra layer of care for patients receiving hospice services in their homes or assisted living communities.AccentCare Hospice proudly serves patients and families in your local community-wherever they call home.What Circle of Care Volunteers Do:Circle of Care Volunteers provide non medical, phone based support, including:Making weekly tuck in phone calls to patients or caregiversAsking scripted check in questions about comfort, medications, and suppliesOffering calm, compassionate listening and emotional supportIdentifying needs and communicating them to the hospice team for follow upHelping ensure concerns are addressed before weekends or holidaysVolunteers do not provide clinical advice-your role is supportive listening and information gathering that allows our care team to respond quickly.Why Circle of Care Matters:Reduces after hours emergency callsHelps patients feel seen, heard, and supportedStrengthens continuity of careProvides peace of mind to families and caregiversImproves patient and caregiver experience during a vulnerable timeSometimes a brief, kind phone call can make all the difference.Time Commitment:Typically a few hours once per weekCalls are usually completed on Wednesdays or ThursdaysScheduling is flexible and based on your availabilityTraining is free and designed to fit your scheduleThis role can often be done from home or the hospice officeWhy Volunteer for Hospice?Gain experience for current and future life goals!For students and early career professionals:Gain experience in healthcare, social work, counseling, psychology, chaplaincy, and nonprofit serviceStrengthen communication, empathy, and active listening skillsVolunteer hours may count toward school or service learning requirementsEnhance resumes, applications, and interviews with meaningful serviceFor stay at home parents, retirees, and career changers:Give back in a deeply rewarding and flexible wayStay engaged with your communityUse your compassion and life experience where it truly mattersFill resume gaps or explore a new professional directionWho can volunteer?Compassionate individuals ages 18+No healthcare background requiredMust complete volunteer onboarding and Circle of Care trainingReliable, kind listeners who are comfortable making supportive phone callsEven if you have limited time, we would be honored to welcome you. Our team will work closely with you to ensure you feel confident, supported, and well prepared.