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What is a Hospice Volunteer?

​Hospice volunteers are individuals, or groups, who graciously give of their time and talents to help hospice in many ways. At Main Street Hospice we provide training and support to equip our volunteers with what they need to be able to volunteer in the capacity desired. Our volunteers provide no hands-on care. There is no number of hours required to volunteer – it is strictly at the volunteers’ availability.  Following are some ways you may choose to participate:

>​ Patient or Caregiver Companionship

​The volunteer spends time with the patient or caregiver and develops a friendship. Hospice tries to match volunteers and patients with similar hobbies and likes.

> ​Respite Volunteers

​The volunteer sits with the patient to provide a few hours respite for the caregiver.

> ​The “Eleventh Hour” Volunteers

​It is a goal of Main Street Hospice that no patient dies alone. The Eleventh-Hour Volunteers sit at the bedside of the hospice patient residing in a facility when death appears to be imminent.

> ​The “Birthday Club” Volunteers

​These volunteers go as a group along with hospice staff to the patient home to provide a mini “Birthday Party” on the patient’s Birthday.

> ​Office Volunteer

​The volunteer assists with duties in the office – duties vary but may include reception duties, organizing supplies, computer work, bereavement mailings, etc.

> ​Administrative Volunteer

​The administrative volunteer assists with special events and projects.

> ​“We Honor Veterans” Volunteers

​Our veteran volunteers are those who have served in the military and help our team to honor our patients who have served in the military.

Apply to volunteer today!

Printable Volunteer Application

    Want to learn more about volunteering?

    We would love the opportunity to connect with you and tell you more about our organization and how you can get involved. Please use the form below and our Volunteer Coordinator will reach out to you. 
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10 Highland Avenue
Franklin, IN 46131
​​Office: 317.736.0055
Fax: 317.739.3505
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