The Hospice & Community Care SoulMates Teen Volunteer Program provides a way for teens to learn firsthand about the importance of volunteering and the impact they can have on the community. Youth that volunteer now are more likely to volunteer as adults, and people that have volunteer experiences when they are young are also more likely give to charitable organizations later in life.

Participating teens will gain valuable hands-on skills, gain opportunities for meaningful intergenerational experiences, fulfill school service-learning/community service requirements and add to their resume or college application. Training sessions will be held quarterly this year and participants must be 15 to 18 years old.

Volunteer roles include providing companionship to patients, recording patient interviews and life reviews, greeting visitors at the Bob Fryer & Family Inpatient Center, helping with landscaping/gardening projects, playing music or singing to patients and families, supporting special community events and participating in the Sunshine Crew (holiday crafts, birthday cards, baking, etc.).