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A New York hospice volunteer has dedicated three decades to helping the organization thrive, while two others were named Volunteers of the Year. Hospice of Orleans celebrated their volunteers during National Volunteer Week with heartfelt recognition.
Whitney Prince thought hospice volunteering would be sad, but four years later, he says holding hands with dying patients "feeds the soul." Arbor Hospice's 150 volunteers prove that life's hardest moments can also hold unexpected connection and joy.
After losing her husband 18 years ago, Pam Breckenridge found healing by volunteering at Hospice of Homer, where she now helps neighbors facing end-of-life challenges. She's one of 75 volunteers serving Alaska's Southern Kenai Peninsula, but the growing aging population means many more helpers are needed.
Three Vermont women have each volunteered with hospice for over 45 years, becoming some of the longest-serving hospice volunteers in the nation. Their secret? They say end-of-life care isn't sad—it's about helping people live fully until their last moment.
Mt. Hood Hospice volunteers provided 16% of patient visits this year, tripling the federal requirement. Their dedication honors the compassionate roots of the hospice movement itself.
Hospice care providers are using artificial intelligence to connect volunteers with patients based on shared interests and needs, making end-of-life care more personal. The technology also helps track volunteer hours and creates virtual opportunities that fit busy schedules.
Three Wisconsin women discovered that volunteering at hospice brought them more than purpose. It gave them an unexpected friendship that makes their work even more meaningful.
The American Red Cross is celebrating the 4,000+ Alabama volunteers who make up 90% of its workforce while recruiting helpers for roles from disaster response to blood drives. National Volunteer Week runs April 19-25. #
Jan Afonso packs her carbon fiber harp each week and drives to Peppi's House hospice facility, where she's one of 75 volunteers bringing comfort to dying patients. Her music often brings tears after just three notes, offering peace to families in their most difficult moments.
Over 1,600 volunteers across England are bringing comfort to dying patients and discovering deeper meaning in their own lives. From hospice neighbors to hospital bedside companions, they're making sure no one faces their final days alone.
A Queensland hairdresser who lost her father volunteers at the hospice she wished he'd had, bringing dignity and comfort to terminally ill patients through free haircuts and conversation. Her story highlights how small acts of kindness can transform someone's final days.
A Nevada organization supporting veterans is calling for more volunteers as it serves record numbers of those who served our country. The Veterans Guest House just opened a new hospice facility and needs helping hands to keep up with growing demand.
A Safe Haven for Newborns is honoring the volunteers who power their life-saving mission this Volunteer Month. The Florida organization says volunteers bring not just support, but the human connection that families in crisis desperately need.
At Michigan's Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center, 125 volunteer drivers traveled more than 141,000 miles last year to transport veterans across the Upper Peninsula and northern Wisconsin to their healthcare appointments. These dedicated volunteers, along with red coat greeters and hospice companions, provided 19,000 hours of service in 2024.
Volunteers in Colorado's Eagle County donated over 5,000 hours building affordable homes in 2025, saving Habitat for Humanity more than half a million dollars in labor costs. National Volunteer Appreciation Week spotlights how giving back benefits both communities and the volunteers themselves.
The Bedford Citizen is seeking nominations to celebrate community volunteers during National Volunteer Week. Residents have until April 10 to nominate their local heroes.
The Salvation Army in Lock Haven celebrated its volunteers with an appreciation dinner, honoring those who give their time to serve families in need. Two standout volunteers received special recognition for their year-round dedication to the community.
Across Colorado's Front Range, dozens of nonprofits are calling for volunteers to help feed families, shelter the homeless, and build homes. April's National Volunteer Month offers the perfect chance to get involved and make a real difference in your community.
Nearly a thousand volunteers in Cape Coral spent three days packing specially formulated meals to fight child malnutrition worldwide. The weekend event brought together students, church members, and community volunteers who packed enough meals to feed hundreds of children.
Sacramento County is honoring National Volunteer Week by recognizing the thousands of volunteers who strengthen communities through animal care, family support, emergency services, and more. Whether you have a few hours or want a long-term commitment, opportunities are waiting.
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