At Catholic Hospice, every act of kindness brings comfort, dignity, and hope to those we serve. Our volunteers offer presence, compassion, and connection during some of life’s most tender moments—whether through companionship, music, support for grieving children, or helping care for a beloved pet. Your time becomes a gift that truly matters.
Volunteering with us is a chance to touch lives, brighten difficult days, and experience the profound impact of compassion. We invite you to explore the many meaningful ways you can make a difference for our patients, their families, and our community.
Read below for more information on how you can get involved as a Volunteer!
Volunteer Opportunities
Companion Care
Bring comfort, joy, and meaningful connection to our patients through simple, heartfelt companionship. Companion Care Volunteers offer support not only to patients, but also to their caregivers by providing much‑needed respite. Whether it’s playing a favorite card game, reading aloud, sharing music, or simply being present, your time can make a profound difference.
Vigil Team/Angel Care Program
Being at the bedside of someone nearing the end of life is a deeply personal and sacred honor. Our Angel Care (Vigil) Volunteers support patients during their final 24–48 hours, offering peace, presence, and reassurance. Volunteers may provide gentle touch, soothing music, candlelight, comforting words, or simply sit quietly. Training is provided, and volunteers serve in flexible 3–4‑hour shifts as available.
Music Volunteers
Music has a powerful way of awakening memories and nurturing the spirit. Music Volunteers help create personalized playlists or share their musical talents through live instrument playing. These meaningful experiences reconnect patients with cherished memories, helping them feel more present, engaged, and uplifted.
Acts of Kindness Project
This initiative invites community members to spread kindness in creative ways. Acts of Kindness Volunteers can assemble care packages, craft handwritten cards, or create comfort items like blankets or socks. Whether you’re an individual or a group, your thoughtful contributions bring warmth and encouragement to patients, families, and staff.
Have your own idea? We’d love to hear it!
Camp Erin South Florida
Where children learn and heal
Camp Erin® is a free bereavement camp for youth (ages 6–17) who are grieving the loss of someone significant in their lives. Led by compassionate grief professionals and trained volunteers, the camp blends healing activities with fun, traditional camp experiences. Campers gain coping skills, support, and the empowering reminder that they are not alone.
Volunteers must be 18+, have a high school diploma, and pass required background and drug screenings.
For more information, contact CampErin@catholichospice.org or (954) 944-2709.
Not local to South Florida? Find a Camp Erin near you, by clicking here.
Honoring Our Veterans
Honoring those who have served
We are proud to provide Honoring Our Veterans – a specialized end‑of‑life care to veterans. Through peer‑to‑peer support with fellow veteran volunteers and meaningful pinning ceremonies, we honor the service and sacrifices of our veteran patients and their families.
Comforting Pets
Caring for the Pets Our Patients Love
No one should have to part with a beloved pet due to illness. Our Comforting Pets volunteers help patients care for their animals by offering assistance with basic pet care, such as companionship and providing food. This support ensures pets and patients continue to share love and comfort during challenging times.
Wishes Come True
Granting One Last Wish
Everyone deserves to enjoy meaningful moments—especially toward the end of life. Our Wishes Come True initiative helps patients fulfill personal wishes, from birthday celebrations to special outings. With community support, we create treasured memories for patients and their loved ones.
Teen Volunteers
Teens ages 14–17 have several opportunities to serve, grow, and make a positive impact.
Administrative Support
Gain real‑world experience supporting our office team. Limited remote opportunities are available. Teens may also help with Music Volunteers or Acts of Kindness projects.
Young Voices for Hospice (Youth Advisory Board)
Teens and young adults ages 14–22 can join Young Voices for Hospice, a leadership board dedicated to advocacy, education, and volunteerism. Members commit to at least one year of monthly meetings, activities, and volunteer service hours.
Not ready to join the board? Teens may still assist with board‑led activities and events.
For more information, contact YoungVoices@catholichospice.org.
Note: Applicants must complete both the Teen Volunteer Application and the Youth Advisory Board Application.
Ready to Apply?
Download our Volunteer Application today and begin your journey of compassionate service.
Catholic Hospice Volunteer Application
Catholic Hospice Teen Volunteer Application
Contact Us
For more information or questions, contact our Volunteer Services Department.
E-mail: VolunteerServices@catholichospice.org | Phone: (305) 351-7053
Volunteering at Catholic Hospice
Joining our volunteer team means making a meaningful, lasting difference in the lives of our patients—and in your own. We’d be honored to have you with us!