Our Volunteer Program

Volunteers are at the very heart of what we do. . . Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte Region would not exist without the support of our volunteers. They are the heart of our organization. ​ Our specially-trained volunteers bring comfort and peace to patients and families in many ways. They provide companionship to patients in their homes, skilled nursing facilities, and assisted living communities. They help patients cope with life's daily tasks and offer breaks for tired caregivers. They also add much-needed support behind the scenes by helping our staff in the office, at special events, and with fundraising projects. ​ Volunteers give their time and talents in unique and creative ways. Most importantly, our volunteers offer a great deal of love and care. ​ If you have a special skill that might benefit our patients and families, we would encourage you to contact us. Special services volunteers are always needed in such areas as notary services, hair styling, massage therapy, gardening, and pet therapy. We are also actively seeking Veterans to serve our patients who were also part of the armed forces.

Our New Volunteer Training (NVT) Program

8 hours online & 4 hours on-site training The online NVT courses offer interested candidates the ultimate convenience, plus candidates can complete each course at their own pace. ​ Upon completion of an interview, reference checks and 8 hours of required online courses, applicants will be invited to attend the in-person portion of orientation to complete the NVT process. ​ Candidates are provided the choice of two locations to complete the required 4 hours of Onsite/In-person Training. ​ CHARLOTTE: When: 1st and 3rd Monday of each full week, 8:00am-12:00pm **These trainings are combined with HPCCR New Hire Orientation and as a result may last a little longer-please allow 5 hours ** Where: HPCCR’s Philip L Van Every Learning Resource Center, located at 6624 Walsh Blvd Charlotte ​ HUNTERSVILLE: When: 2nd Monday of each month, 5p-9:00p Where: HPCCR’s Levine & Dickson Hospice House Huntersville

Opportunities

There are so many rewarding volunteer opportunities to choose from. . . If you are interested in getting involved with Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte Region, we have many rewarding opportunities to choose from. Volunteering with us will give you a chance to help others and learn new skills at the same time. In fact, our volunteers often find that the rewards they receive from volunteering are far more than they ever imagined.

Patient & Family Support Volunteers:

• Visit with the patient and family

Holiday Volunteers:

During the Thanksgiving and holiday seasons, our patients and their families often do not have the energy or resources to prepare a special meal or celebration. Individuals and groups can help by preparing and delivering a meal or donating and delivering groceries.

Staff Support Volunteers:

• Assist with fundraising, health fairs, and special events

Group Volunteers:

• Provide food, gifts, and decorations during holidays

Special Skills Volunteers:

• Licensed cosmetologists provide hair services to patients unable to leave home

Requirements

The best gift is you. . . If you would like to volunteer with Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte Region, please consider the following requirements: ​

• Completed application

Our Volunteer Program

Volunteers are at the very heart of what we do. . . Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte Region would not exist without the support of our volunteers. They are the heart of our organization. ​ Our specially-trained volunteers bring comfort and peace to patients and families in many ways. They provide companionship to patients in their homes, skilled nursing facilities, and assisted living communities. They help patients cope with life's daily tasks and offer breaks for tired caregivers. They also add much-needed support behind the scenes by helping our staff in the office, at special events, and with fundraising projects. ​ Volunteers give their time and talents in unique and creative ways. Most importantly, our volunteers offer a great deal of love and care. ​ If you have a special skill that might benefit our patients and families, we would encourage you to contact us. Special services volunteers are always needed in such areas as notary services, hair styling, massage therapy, gardening, and pet therapy. We are also actively seeking Veterans to serve our patients who were also part of the armed forces.

Our New Volunteer Training (NVT) Program

8 hours online & 4 hours on-site training The online NVT courses offer interested candidates the ultimate convenience, plus candidates can complete each course at their own pace. ​ Upon completion of an interview, reference checks and 8 hours of required online courses, applicants will be invited to attend the in-person portion of orientation to complete the NVT process. ​ Candidates are provided the choice of two locations to complete the required 4 hours of Onsite/In-person Training. ​ CHARLOTTE: When: 1st and 3rd Monday of each full week, 8:00am-12:00pm **These trainings are combined with HPCCR New Hire Orientation and as a result may last a little longer-please allow 5 hours ** Where: HPCCR’s Philip L Van Every Learning Resource Center, located at 6624 Walsh Blvd Charlotte ​ HUNTERSVILLE: When: 2nd Monday of each month, 5p-9:00p Where: HPCCR’s Levine & Dickson Hospice House Huntersville

Opportunities

There are so many rewarding volunteer opportunities to choose from. . . If you are interested in getting involved with Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte Region, we have many rewarding opportunities to choose from. Volunteering with us will give you a chance to help others and learn new skills at the same time. In fact, our volunteers often find that the rewards they receive from volunteering are far more than they ever imagined.

Patient & Family Support Volunteers:

• Visit with the patient and family

Holiday Volunteers:

During the Thanksgiving and holiday seasons, our patients and their families often do not have the energy or resources to prepare a special meal or celebration. Individuals and groups can help by preparing and delivering a meal or donating and delivering groceries.

Staff Support Volunteers:

• Assist with fundraising, health fairs, and special events

Group Volunteers:

• Provide food, gifts, and decorations during holidays

Special Skills Volunteers:

• Licensed cosmetologists provide hair services to patients unable to leave home

Requirements

The best gift is you. . . If you would like to volunteer with Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte Region, please consider the following requirements: ​

• Completed application