Blog: Hospice Views
Celebrating Our Certified Therapy Animals
When Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care Volunteer Marie Simpson enters a room at a senior living facility with golden retriever Kylie, the dog immediately gravitates to the individual that she senses needs her the most. She’ll sit right next to the person, just being there with patience and a remarkable sensitivity.
Saluting Volunteers for Their Goodness and Generosity
Today marks the beginning of National Volunteer Month in America, but the tradition of serving others without pay dates back to the beginning of our country.
Hospice Volunteering: Giving Back in the New Year
Many people start a new year with the resolution to do more in their community. A lot of them don’t often think of it as an option, but volunteering with a hospice can actually be incredibly rewarding. Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care offers a wide range of volunteer opportunities to fit the talents and interests of anyone who would like to share their time with us.
Understanding Hospice Volunteering: Why Volunteer?
There are many ways you can give back in your community. So why volunteer at a hospice? That’s a fair question to ask when you’re considering how you can donate your time and talents. Hospice volunteers are tasked with a very special mission: to bring smiles to our terminally ill patients. Here’s what you need to know about why it’s so important to volunteer at a hospice.
Veterans Recognition: A New Way to Serve
Posted on October 31, 2018
There are close to 22 million Veterans living today in the United States. These are men and women who have put their lives on the line to protect our great nation and the freedoms we enjoy. While they may differ as individuals, it is safe to say they all share a common call to duty – to serve with honor, defend our country, and bring aid to those in need.