Harmony and Happiness VolunteerAt — The Elizabeth Hospice

Opportunity Summary 

The Elizabeth Hospice is looking for musical volunteers who are able to play musical instruments and/or sing for hospice patients living at home, in the hospital or in long term care facilities.

Sometimes what a hospice patient needs most is a way to express feelings without talking. By playing or singing their favorite songs or hymns, music volunteers help patients and families reconnect with feelings and memories that can bring about a sense of peace and happiness.

Opportunity Learning Outcomes 

Music volunteers help patients and families reconnect with feelings and memories that can bring about a sense of peace and happiness. The Elizabeth Hospice provides training on how to work with people at the end of life. The volunteer provides the talent, compassion and time. Assignments are made according to the volunteer’s time and location.

Opportunity Training 

Patient support training on Zoom or in person.

Program 
Service Learning
Location Type 
On-site
Expected Hours 
HoursDuration
2hours per week
Students required to have a personal vehicle 
Yes
Fees students may incur with this opportunity 
Background Check (e.g., fingerprinting, live scans, driving record)
TB tests
This opportunity provides some form of compensation 
No
Opportunity Availability 
Ongoing