Service Opportunities From: Alvernia University

Volunteer: Hospice Volunteer Friendly Visitor

Support a hospice patient through friendly visits.  Be a supportive presence by reading, doing a project, singing or possibly just sitting in silent support.  Patient visits may take place in the patient's home or nursing facility.

All volunteers must submit an application and two references, pass a criminal background check, drug test, and TB screening.  Once accepted the volunteer will complete approx. 12 hours of training before visiting with patients.

 

 

By responding to this posting, I understand and agree that I represent Alvernia University at both on and off campus locations. I agree to behave appropriately and act in accordance with Alvernia University’s Student Code of Citizenship. While serving offsite, I must abide by the organization’s rules and regulations. Students who do not abide by this understanding may be referred to Community Standards for further assessment of actions.  

 

Organization: Heartland Hospice

Support a hospice patient through friendly visits.  Be a supportive presence by reading, doing a project, singing or possibly just sitting in silent support.  Patient visits may take place in the patient's home or nursing facility.

All volunteers must submit an application and two references, pass a criminal background check, drug test, and TB screening.  Once accepted the volunteer will complete approx. 12 hours of training before visiting with patients.

 

 

By responding to this posting, I understand and agree that I represent Alvernia University at both on and off campus locations. I agree to behave appropriately and act in accordance with Alvernia University’s Student Code of Citizenship. While serving offsite, I must abide by the organization’s rules and regulations. Students who do not abide by this understanding may be referred to Community Standards for further assessment of actions.  

 

Organization: Heartland Hospice

Service Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 19610

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Veteran to Veteran Volunteer - Hospice

Military Veterans are needed to visit with Veteran patients at end-of-life.  Become a supportive visitor, share your common experiences and be an understanding listener.  Veterans can also help with our Vet-to-Vet Cafes at local nursing facilities, and our community outreach programs in support of veterans.  Heartland Hospice is a Level V participant in the national We Honor Veterans program.


By responding to this posting, I understand and agree that I represent Alvernia University at both on and off-campus locations. I agree to behave appropriately and act in accordance with Alvernia University’s Student Code of Citizenship. While serving offsite, I must abide by the organization’s rules and regulations. Students who do not abide by this understanding may be referred to Community Standards for further assessment of actions. 

Organization: Heartland Hospice

Military Veterans are needed to visit with Veteran patients at end-of-life.  Become a supportive visitor, share your common experiences and be an understanding listener.  Veterans can also help with our Vet-to-Vet Cafes at local nursing facilities, and our community outreach programs in support of veterans.  Heartland Hospice is a Level V participant in the national We Honor Veterans program.


By responding to this posting, I understand and agree that I represent Alvernia University at both on and off-campus locations. I agree to behave appropriately and act in accordance with Alvernia University’s Student Code of Citizenship. While serving offsite, I must abide by the organization’s rules and regulations. Students who do not abide by this understanding may be referred to Community Standards for further assessment of actions. 

Organization: Heartland Hospice

Service Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 19610

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Administrative Support - Hospice

Provide administrative and creative support in our hospice business office.  Help with filing, phones, photocopying, and various types of office work.  Do you enjoy writing? We can use help with our newsletters or simply writing supportive notes to our patients.  Office is located in Wyomissing and open M-F from 8 am to 5 pm.


By responding to this posting, I understand and agree that I represent Alvernia University at both on and off-campus locations. I agree to behave appropriately and act in accordance with Alvernia University’s Student Code of Citizenship. While serving offsite, I must abide by the organization’s rules and regulations. Students who do not abide by this understanding may be referred to Community Standards for further assessment of actions. 

Organization: Heartland Hospice

Provide administrative and creative support in our hospice business office.  Help with filing, phones, photocopying, and various types of office work.  Do you enjoy writing? We can use help with our newsletters or simply writing supportive notes to our patients.  Office is located in Wyomissing and open M-F from 8 am to 5 pm.


By responding to this posting, I understand and agree that I represent Alvernia University at both on and off-campus locations. I agree to behave appropriately and act in accordance with Alvernia University’s Student Code of Citizenship. While serving offsite, I must abide by the organization’s rules and regulations. Students who do not abide by this understanding may be referred to Community Standards for further assessment of actions. 

Organization: Heartland Hospice

Service Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 19610

Allow Groups: No