Sudbury Pines Extended Care has many opportunities for those considering volunteering either with our Long Term Care and/or our Hospice residents. The Activities Department has many needs with such a diverse patient care population and any schedule can be accommodated whether that be quarterly, monthly, weekly or more often if time and energy permit. We are open every day so weekends, nights, mothers hours are all available and for those unsure what services could be performed our Activities Department would love to work with you. Please contact us (978)-443-9000 and ask to be put through to our Activities Department who will discuss with you the options and see where your interests mesh with our residents needs. Please be aware that The Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires a VOLUNTEER to complete an Application and fill out a CORI before being able to volunteer with such a vulnerable patient population found in Skilled Nursing facilities.
Opportunities for Volunteering:
- Provide companionship and emotional support
- Running errands
- Writing letters
- Computer internet training/navigation
- Reading to the residents
- Bingo
- Crafts projects
- Clerical support
- Assist with fundraisers
- Help with special projects
- Pet Visits
- Researching and discussing current events
- Visiting with residents
- Spiritual support
- Expressive arts
- Help with special functions/occasions
- Engaging in resident hobbies or interests
- Games with groups or individuals
- Transport residents to and from programs
- Gardening projects
- Taking walks/strolls with residents
- Outings with residents
- Entertainment
- other