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Volunteer Tampa

VolunteerMatch.org, one of the leading websites for connecting people and needs, is offering opportunities – both in person and virtually – for over 85,000 volunteers near Tampa.

AccentCare Hospice and Palliative Care in Hillsborough is looking for a Direct/Indirect Patient Care volunteer. They say, “If you have an interest, we have a place for you.”

This is a unique volunteer experience for all people from all walks of life, ages 14+. Provide supportive care as a volunteer: visit a patient and provide companionship, read a book, listen to their favorite songs, watch movies or simply chat. You can provide vigil or bereavement support. This is a great group opportunity!

Practical training provided. Professional instruction by chaplains, nurses, social workers and music therapists. To apply, visit VolunteerMatch.org or AccentCare.com.

Seasons Hospice is seeking a Spanish-speaking volunteer. Do you speak and sing in Spanish? Do you play an instrument or sing? Are you willing to share the gift of music with another?

Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care wants volunteers to participate in their new Music Companion Volunteer program at events and for families at bedside. Volunteer times are flexible and based on what you are able to give.

Seasons Hospice offers full hospice training and on-going support so that our volunteers are knowledgeable members of the interdisciplinary team of professionals honoring life and offering hope to our patients and families at the end of life.

Contact Josie Flores, Volunteer Coordinator at Seasons Hospice: Aflores@seasons.org or 813-607-2630.