Volunteers
You Are the Heart of Hospice
Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families
Your Time. Your Compassion.
A Lasting Impact.
Whether you’ve experienced hospice firsthand or simply want to support others, volunteers at Hospice of the North Coast are essential to our mission. From companionship to community outreach, there are many ways you can make a difference.
Ways to Volunteer
We offer three main volunteer paths so you can serve in the way that’s most meaningful to you.
1. Direct Patient Support:
Patient Care Volunteers
Companionship, light errands, letter writing
Vet-to-Vet Volunteers
Connect veterans with veterans
End-of-Life Companions
Sit bedside in a patient’s final hours
2. Integrative Therapy Volunteers
Massage Therapy
Relieves pain and promotes well-being
Reiki
Energy-based holistic support
Music Volunteers
Provide comfort through song and sound
Aromatherapy
Reduces anxiety and discomfort
Pet Therapy
Certified therapy animals offer companionship
3. Organizational Support
Administrative Support
Help in the office or at Pacifica House
Resale Shop Volunteers
Support day-to-day shop operations
Community Outreach
Represent HNC at events and fairs
Special Projects
Help with seasonal and annual events
Remember Me Bear Volunteers
Sew keepsake teddy bears for families
Ready to Volunteer?
Start by reviewing our requirements for Patient Care Volunteers, then complete an application. We’ll follow up with next steps and training information.
Supporting Others Starts with Supporting Yourself
If you’ve recently experienced the loss of a loved one or are currently caring for someone who is critically ill, we ask that you wait at least one year before applying for direct patient support. You are still welcome to explore support roles like events, resale, or office volunteering during this time.
What You Need to Know
- Training is provided for most roles
- Integrative Therapy Volunteers must be certified/licensed
- We do not provide therapy certifications, but do offer hands-on orientation