Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer With Us
Hospice volunteers bring a special kind of caring to Hospice patients and their families.
Whether it is sorting clothes to sell at the Hospice Shop, playing chess with an elderly patient, or walking a patient's beloved dog, our volunteers tell us that they receive tremendous personal satisfaction from helping others.
We provide all the training you need to make a difference in our community.
Call us at 707-267-9813 today to get started and join our group of lively and committed volunteers.
Patient Care Volunteer
Patient Care Volunteers provide companionship, comfort, and a caring presence for patients and their families. They may visit to share conversation, read aloud, assist with simple tasks, or sit quietly so a caregiver can rest. Through their kindness and reliability, these volunteers bring peace and dignity to the end-of-life experience.
Cooking/Baking
at the Hospice House
Cooking and Baking Volunteers help nourish patients and families at the Ida Emmerson Hospice House by preparing comforting meals and baked goods. All food is made in our commercial kitchen, and training is provided. Schedules are flexible, and volunteers may also help prepare items to be frozen for future use, sharing care through food made with love.
Grief Support Services
Grief Support Volunteers receive special training to assist with Hospice of Humboldt’s support groups and workshops. These volunteers help create safe, compassionate spaces where anyone in grief can find understanding and community. Their commitment extends hospice care beyond the bedside, offering comfort for those navigating loss.
Gardening & Landscaping
Gardening and Landscaping Volunteers help maintain the beauty and tranquility of our Hospice campus and gardens. Through hands-on work such as planting, pruning, and caring for outdoor spaces, they help create peaceful surroundings for patients, families, and visitors to enjoy reflection and connection with nature.
The Hospice Shop
Volunteers at The Hospice Shop thrift store in Arcata support Hospice of Humboldt through their work with donated items. They help sort, organize, price, and display merchandise while keeping the store inviting and well-presented. A four-hour-per-week commitment is requested, and every shift directly supports hospice services in our community.