Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care Invites Volunteers to Help Make A Difference

Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care is seeking compassionate volunteers throughout the Cleveland area to provide comfort, companionship and a helping hand to terminally-ill patients and their families in their homes, in assisted living facilities and nursing facilities.

In recognition of Veterans Day, Crossroads is offering a special invitation to those who have served in the military to volunteer and share their unique life experiences and help address the needs of hospice patients who are Veterans.

“For members of the armed forces and their loved ones, there are special opportunities to connect with veterans, whether you’re an ROTC cadet just beginning your journey, an active member of the military, a veteran who has served in Vietnam or the Gulf War alongside many of our patients, or the wife of a soldier looking for ways to show your support,” said David Napoli, Volunteer Coordinator in Crossroads’ Cleveland / Valley View office.

Volunteers are also welcome to help Crossroads staff in the office, including planning a “Gift of a Day,” which asks a patient to describe a perfect day and then makes it a reality.

“We call our volunteers ‘Ultimate Givers’ because they selflessly give love and comfort to terminally-ill patients and their families,” said Napoli. “Just being a friendly voice or giving caregivers a much-needed break makes a world of difference. Best of all, our volunteers often gain as much as they give—new relationships, new skills and great satisfaction.”

Volunteers can donate as little as 45 minutes twice a month and share their favorite activities like reading, card games, playing music, or arts and crafts. Student volunteers are also welcome; they must be 16 years or older.

For more information or to sign up as an “Ultimate Giver,” contact David Napoli at (216) 654-9300 or David.Napoli@crossroadshospice.com or visit https://www.crossroadshospice.com/hospice-volunteering/hospice-volunteering/.

You can also read about how Crossroads volunteers bring smiles to patients here: http://bit.ly/1z8Wv8j.

Before becoming a Crossroads “Ultimate Giver,” participants must complete an application, flu shot, TB skin test, and training session led by members of the Crossroads team. Potential volunteers must wait a minimum of one year after the death of an immediate family member or loved one before applying.

Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care is committed to being at the forefront of the hospice care industry, to continually shape the way end-of-life care is viewed and administered. The mission of Crossroads is to provide highly unique, comprehensive, and compassionate hospice services to persons experiencing a life-limiting illness and to their caregivers. Visit www.crossroadshospice.com for more information.