Footprints: Uniting Hearts through Volunteering

Are you looking for a meaningful way to make a difference in the lives of others? Are you compassionate, empathetic, and eager to bring comfort to those in need? Join our Hospice Footprints as a volunteer companion or complementary therapist, and let your presence be a source of solace and support during life's most challenging moments.

As a volunteer companion, you will sit with patients, sharing conversations, stories, and laughter. Your compassionate presence will provide emotional support, alleviating loneliness, and offering a listening ear to those who need it most.

Additionally, you may engage in activities such as reading, playing games, assisting with meal ordering, or simply sitting quietly with patients, offering them a sense of companionship and connection.

If you possess skills in complementary therapies such as massage, music and art therapy, Reiki, reflexology, aromatherapy or any other therapies, your talents can be invaluable in creating a soothing environment for our patients. By providing gentle touch, soothing sounds, or calming scents, you can help alleviate discomfort, reduce stress, and promote relaxation to bring a sense of peace and tranquillity to patients.

Benefits of Volunteering:

• Make a profound difference in the lives of patients and their families

• Experience personal growth and fulfilment through service

• Join a supportive community of like-minded individuals

• Create lasting memories and meaningful connections

Footprints is dedicated to providing personalised support for inpatients, outpatients, and their families. To learn more or apply, contact Kathy or Elaine on 9438 9510 (9am-2pm, Mon to Fri) or email Kathy.Parr@sjog.org.au. Let your heart and hands make a difference in the lives of those in palliative care.