Volunteer with VITAS

Hospice volunteers are trained to meet the needs of patients and families. They visit on a schedule, yet are open to change as dictated by the patient's health and interests. They are unpaid, yet priceless.

Because hospice patients have unique end-of-life needs, VITAS seeks volunteers from all backgrounds, experiences and cultures. We’re particularly interested in volunteers who understand the hospice philosophy and who embrace the importance of quality of life at the end of life.

Often, a family member who is grieving finds the calling to “give back” by becoming a VITAS volunteer.

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Apply to Be a Hospice Volunteer

VITAS volunteers fill the gap between loved ones and our team of professional caregivers.

About Hospice Volunteering

Learn about hospice volunteering, and why Medicare requires hospice organizations to have volunteers as part of the care team.

Volunteer FAQs

Volunteering at VITAS can be an immensely rewarding experience. Find answers to your questions about being a hospice volunteer.

Volunteer Opportunities

VITAS offers opportunities that allow volunteers to choose a role in which they are comfortable and fulfilled. See how you can help patients.

Volunteer Story: What it's Like to Be a Hospice Volunteer

Jessica Ramos believes the best thing you can do for yourself is to be of service to others. Read her story about volunteering for VITAS.

What People Say About Us

“Great nursing support and oversight, easy and quick responses, they worked well with our family and with a challenging patient. ... I can't say enough good things about them.”
- Etana K., November 2023

“VITAS was a shining light in the dark tunnel of seeing my dearest wife’s life ending. I really have no words rich and expressive enough to convey my gratitude for what they did for us, all of them, from top to bottom.”
- Benjamin Z., January 2020

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