Teen Volunteering
Making a difference.
Our teen volunteers assist staff and visit with patients and families in our inpatient care homes once a week for two hours.
Volunteering with Hospice of the Valley can even be a springboard to a career in healthcare and serving others.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Community service hours for your high school, National Honor Society or other club.
- Training that will prepare you to interact with patients and their families.
- Experience in a professional setting with a leading nonprofit hospice.
- Fulfillment from making a personal connection with a patient.
In addition, high school seniors with 50 hours of service as a Hospice of the Valley volunteer are eligible to apply for college scholarships through our Teen Scholarship Program.
- Teen volunteer training is offered in October, February and June. Applications are open until a month prior to training.
- Space is limited. Applications are accepted based on availability.
- A wide range of remote projects also are available as an alternative to in-person volunteering.
WHAT'S REQUIRED?
- You must be a high school student residing in Maricopa County.
- A commitment to volunteering 2 hours per week.
- An interest in visiting and spending time with patients.
- Completion of a one-day orientation.