Do you feel called to support others? Consider being a Hospice Care volunteer. You’ll be part of a fellowship. You’ll reap the rewards of spirit that come with offering compassionate care to others.

When it became obvious my father was in the final months of his battle with cancer, we knew we would need the help of hospice. The respectful care, compassion and dignity that hospice provided for my father was amazing. They laughed with him, listened to his concerns and made sure he felt as comfortable as possible. More importantly, they valued him as a person and ensured that his transition was as he would want it. Not only did they care for him, but they helped me make peace with what was happening, and provided me with as much information as I wanted as to what to expect in the process. I had never realized how much hospice does to support a person and their family, and I was incredibly humbled by it. I knew that when I felt ready, I wanted to offer whatever help I could to support families who are going through this. Now I’m a hospice volunteer~ Joleen W.

Your main role as a volunteer will be patient and family support. Sometimes we need administrative, community outreach and fundraising support. Volunteer delivering groceries, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health, Plymouth, NH Choose from a variety of volunteer opportunities to find what best fits your talents and schedule, so that you can best serve others.

In response to patient requests, Pemi-Baker is actively seeking male volunteers and individuals with military backgrounds to help make a meaningful difference in the lives of our Veteran patients.

Free, specialized training gives you confidence in your ability to help.

FREE HOSPICE VOLUNTEER TRAINING PROGRAM

Tuesdays, 5 week Sessions (2-4pm)
SESSION 1: February 13th – March 12th, 2024
SESSION 2: May 28th- June 25, 2024
SESSION 3: October 1st- October 29th, 2024 (POSTPONED)

This free program prepares you to help families who are caring for a loved one in their final stages of life. Most volunteers help 2-4 hours per month. Our hospice volunteers help in many ways including reading to clients, light housekeeping, walking the dog, or just relieving family caregivers to take a much needed break. Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health offers free Hospice Volunteer training, Plymouth, NH

Other volunteers with Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health sing and play instruments or visit with their therapy dogs. We notice a subtle shift in ourselves when we volunteer. We feel more connected to others, and we become less absorbed in the normal stresses of daily life. We share our experiences with others and want to help more. We volunteer because it makes a difference. Won’t you join us?

“The brightest stars are those who shine for the benefit of others”-Anonymous

To register please contact Angie Burke, Volunteer Coordinator 603-536-2232 or info@pbhha.org

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The Rewards of Being a Hospice Volunteer

While I was familiar with Hospice for many years, I only have been a hospice volunteer with Pemi Baker Hospice and Home Health (PBHHH) since October 2021. When I retired, I began searching for volunteer work that would allow me to give back to my community. A newsletter from PBHHH arrived in my email announcing training for hospice volunteers. My family had experienced the need for hospice twice, once in Ohio and again in Florida. The relief my family and I felt when the hospice volunteers arrived was beyond measure. I want to bring the same kind of assistance to others. PBHHH given me that opportunity by providing professional training with knowledgeable nurses, doctors, social workers and other health care professionals. Their guidance has enabled me to meet the challenges of being s hospice volunteer, and I am very glad that I did it.

Connie C.

You give of yourselves day & night without end!

To the Pemi-Baker Hospice Team--Words really can't express my feelings-

Your help during one of the most difficult times of my life is SO appreciated. I'm so grateful that because of you, Doug was able to get his wish not to spend the last of his days in a hospital, but at home with those of us who loved him.

And to be constantly reassured that if I needed anything you would be there-oh my gosh-ANYTIME! Well, you people need to know how much you are appreciated. You give of yourselves day & night without end! God Bless you and thank you!

Pam O.

“Your generosity with your time and your loving care is appreciated more than you know.”

Thank you to everyone who played a role in taking care of my mother and giving her the freedom of remaining home while suffering from dementia. Your generosity with your time and your loving care is appreciated more than you know. A special thanks goes to Macayla and Colleen, who visited her on a regular basis, and to Lauren who was helpful in connecting us with state services.

Terry W.

“Pemi-Baker Hospice services provided kind, professional, competent services every step of the way-and even vaccinated us all for Covid/19!””

Our primary nurse, Fred, was outstanding, and others who filled in (Cathy, Penny, Colleen) were wonderful and a credit to your organization. Fred, you were amazing, not only for mom but for my husband and I as well. I will forever be grateful for your support, wisdom, humor and kindness, all along the end of life journey for mom. I am so deeply thankful that circumstances conspired such that mom was able to die at home, and your role made that time as seamless as it could be made.

Paula W.

Your courage during Covid-19 does not go unnoticed

Hello. We just wanted to take a moment and let you know how much we truly appreciate all that you do for us in these trying times. You're commitment to the health of our community is a special thing, and we know that you are working under stressful conditions due to the Covid 19 crisis. We realize that in order for you to treat those who may be ill, you are putting you're own lives and even you're own families lives in danger, and that is truly a courageous and honorable thing to do. We want you to know that it does not go unnoticed. Thank you all for all that you do!