Volunteer

Hospice of Tennessee Valley welcomes volunteers of all ages and talents.

Volunteers play a heartfelt role in the good work at Hospice of Tennessee Valley. Hospice of Tennessee Valley offers many rewarding opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to share their time, talents and interests on behalf of our patients and families.

No Experience Needed. We Provide Training.
You do not have to be a healthcare professional to volunteer with Hospice of Tennessee Valley. We welcome you to use the talents you already have or to broaden your horizons and learn a new skill that interests you. Our Volunteer Services staff will help you feel prepared, confident and appreciated in whatever role you choose. We do ask that all volunteers bring the following qualities to their work at Hospice of Tennessee Valley:

·         good communication and listening skills

·         a nonjudgmental attitude

·         reliability

·         flexibility

·         compassion

Hospice of Tennessee Valley volunteers:

·         are any age, any race, any religious belief

·         are integral members of the Hospice of Tennessee Valley team

·         are caring, open, flexible and accepting

·         give back to life what has been shared with them

·         affirm life not just by words, but by actions

·         enrich their own life by enriching the lives of others

No Pay, but Great Benefits!

Did you know that when you volunteer to help others, you increase your own odds of living a healthier, longer, more satisfying life.

According to the Corporation for National and Community Service (May 2007) research report finding, that just two hours of volunteer service a week:

·         Improved functional ability and health outcomes for those who volunteered regardless of socioeconomic status, education, marital status, age, gender and ethnicity

·         Improved physical and mental health in volunteers age 65-plus due to personal sense of accomplishment

·         Lowered rates of depression in volunteers age 65-plus

·         Reduced despair and depression for adult heart attack survivors who volunteered

·         Improved overall health and longevity and reduced depression in volunteers
age 70-plus

For more information about becoming a volunteer for Hospice of Tennessee Valley, please call Helen Walker at 256.767.1322