Needs From: United Way of West Florida

Volunteer: Pet Therapy Volunteer

Do you have a friendly, well-behaved pet that loves bringing comfort to others? Join our team at Emerald Coast Hospice and help brighten the days of our patients through the healing power of animal companionship.

Pet Therapy Volunteers make meaningful connections by visiting patients alongside their certified therapy animals, offering comfort, joy, and a sense of peace during an important time.

✨ Flexible scheduling
✨ Meaningful, heartwarming experiences
✨ Make a lasting difference in someone’s life

If you and your pet have a gentle spirit and a passion for helping others, we would love to have you on our team!


Agency: Emerald Coast Hospice- Milton

Do you have a friendly, well-behaved pet that loves bringing comfort to others? Join our team at Emerald Coast Hospice and help brighten the days of our patients through the healing power of animal companionship.

Pet Therapy Volunteers make meaningful connections by visiting patients alongside their certified therapy animals, offering comfort, joy, and a sense of peace during an important time.

✨ Flexible scheduling
✨ Meaningful, heartwarming experiences
✨ Make a lasting difference in someone’s life

If you and your pet have a gentle spirit and a passion for helping others, we would love to have you on our team!


Agency: Emerald Coast Hospice- Milton

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 32570

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Share the Gift of Music: Volunteer Opportunity

Are you passionate about music and looking for a meaningful way to give back? Join Emerald Coast Hospice as a Music Volunteer and use your talent to bring comfort, joy, and connection to patients in our care.

Music has a powerful way of uplifting the spirit. Whether you play an instrument or simply enjoy sharing melodies, your time can brighten a patient’s day and create lasting moments of peace and happiness.

Volunteers are welcome to play any portable instrument and may perform one-on-one in patient rooms or for small groups, depending on facility needs and your preference. Individuals and small groups are both welcome, with group size determined by facility guidelines.

If you have a heart for service and a love for music, we would love to meet you!

Agency: Emerald Coast Hospice- Milton

Are you passionate about music and looking for a meaningful way to give back? Join Emerald Coast Hospice as a Music Volunteer and use your talent to bring comfort, joy, and connection to patients in our care.

Music has a powerful way of uplifting the spirit. Whether you play an instrument or simply enjoy sharing melodies, your time can brighten a patient’s day and create lasting moments of peace and happiness.

Volunteers are welcome to play any portable instrument and may perform one-on-one in patient rooms or for small groups, depending on facility needs and your preference. Individuals and small groups are both welcome, with group size determined by facility guidelines.

If you have a heart for service and a love for music, we would love to meet you!

Agency: Emerald Coast Hospice- Milton

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 32570

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Tuck-In Call Volunteer Program

Provide comfort and peace of mind—one call at a time.

Tuck-In Call Volunteers play an important role in supporting hospice patients and their families by making weekly check-in calls. These calls are typically made near the end of the week to ensure patients have the supplies, medications, and support they need for the weekend ahead.

This simple, yet meaningful outreach helps prevent gaps in care and reassures families that they are not alone. Volunteers follow a guided script to ask important questions and communicate any needs or concerns to the hospice care team.

Volunteer Responsibilities May Include:

Making weekly “tuck-in” phone calls to patients or caregivers Asking guided questions about supplies, medications, and overall needs Documenting responses and reporting any concerns to staff Providing a friendly, supportive presence during each call

Program Details:

Calls are typically made from the office Flexible scheduling, usually 1–2 hours per week Training and support provided

If you enjoy helping others and want to make a meaningful impact in a structured, supportive way, this is a great opportunity to serve.

Agency: Emerald Coast Hospice- Milton

Provide comfort and peace of mind—one call at a time.

Tuck-In Call Volunteers play an important role in supporting hospice patients and their families by making weekly check-in calls. These calls are typically made near the end of the week to ensure patients have the supplies, medications, and support they need for the weekend ahead.

This simple, yet meaningful outreach helps prevent gaps in care and reassures families that they are not alone. Volunteers follow a guided script to ask important questions and communicate any needs or concerns to the hospice care team.

Volunteer Responsibilities May Include:

Making weekly “tuck-in” phone calls to patients or caregivers Asking guided questions about supplies, medications, and overall needs Documenting responses and reporting any concerns to staff Providing a friendly, supportive presence during each call

Program Details:

Calls are typically made from the office Flexible scheduling, usually 1–2 hours per week Training and support provided

If you enjoy helping others and want to make a meaningful impact in a structured, supportive way, this is a great opportunity to serve.

Agency: Emerald Coast Hospice- Milton

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 32570

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Veteran to Veteran Companionship

Objective:
Provide specialized emotional support and companionship to hospice patients who are military veterans, by connecting them with fellow veterans who understand their unique experiences and values.

Why Veteran-to-Veteran?
Veterans often feel a deep bond with others who’ve served. Shared experiences, values, and language can foster trust, making it easier for veteran patients to open up, reminisce, and find peace.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Visit veteran patients regularly to offer companionship, conversation, and supportListen to military stories with understanding and respectAssist with pinning ceremonies or honor recognition events (e.g., presenting a certificate or American flag lapel pin)Provide respite to caregivers by staying with the patient

Time Commitment:
Flexible, usually 1-2 hours per week; based on patient need and volunteer availability

Ideal For:
Active Duty and Military veterans who want to give back by supporting fellow veterans at the end of life with dignity, honor, and compassion.

Agency: Emerald Coast Hospice- Milton

Objective:
Provide specialized emotional support and companionship to hospice patients who are military veterans, by connecting them with fellow veterans who understand their unique experiences and values.

Why Veteran-to-Veteran?
Veterans often feel a deep bond with others who’ve served. Shared experiences, values, and language can foster trust, making it easier for veteran patients to open up, reminisce, and find peace.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Visit veteran patients regularly to offer companionship, conversation, and supportListen to military stories with understanding and respectAssist with pinning ceremonies or honor recognition events (e.g., presenting a certificate or American flag lapel pin)Provide respite to caregivers by staying with the patient

Time Commitment:
Flexible, usually 1-2 hours per week; based on patient need and volunteer availability

Ideal For:
Active Duty and Military veterans who want to give back by supporting fellow veterans at the end of life with dignity, honor, and compassion.

Agency: Emerald Coast Hospice- Milton

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 32570

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Administrative Support Volunteer

Objective:
Support hospice staff by assisting with essential behind-the-scenes tasks, helping ensure smooth operations so clinical staff can focus on patient care.

Volunteer Responsibilities May Include:

Filing and organizing patient charts or paperworkAnswering phones, greeting visitors, or directing callsCreating admission packets or assembling materials for patients and familiesHelping with events such as memorial services or staff appreciation activities

Time Commitment:
Flexible—typically 1-2 hours per week during business hours (Monday–Friday)

Agency: Emerald Coast Hospice- Milton

Objective:
Support hospice staff by assisting with essential behind-the-scenes tasks, helping ensure smooth operations so clinical staff can focus on patient care.

Volunteer Responsibilities May Include:

Filing and organizing patient charts or paperworkAnswering phones, greeting visitors, or directing callsCreating admission packets or assembling materials for patients and familiesHelping with events such as memorial services or staff appreciation activities

Time Commitment:
Flexible—typically 1-2 hours per week during business hours (Monday–Friday)

Agency: Emerald Coast Hospice- Milton

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 32570

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Patient and Family Support

Objective:
Provide emotional support and companionship to hospice patients, helping them feel valued, heard, and comforted in their final stage of life.

Volunteer Activities Could Include:

Friendly visits: Sitting with patients, chatting, listening to life stories, or simply being present.Engaging activities: Reading aloud, playing music, watching TV or movies, helping with simple crafts or puzzles.Comforting presence: Offering a hand to hold during difficult moments, sitting quietly when words aren’t needed.Legacy projects: Helping patients create memory books and write letters to loved ones.Respite for caregivers: Giving family members a short break while you stay with the patient.

Commitment:
1-2 hours per week; schedule based on volunteer availability and patient needs.

Ideal For:
Individuals with a calm, empathetic presence and a desire to bring comfort during life's final chapter.

Agency: Emerald Coast Hospice- Milton

Objective:
Provide emotional support and companionship to hospice patients, helping them feel valued, heard, and comforted in their final stage of life.

Volunteer Activities Could Include:

Friendly visits: Sitting with patients, chatting, listening to life stories, or simply being present.Engaging activities: Reading aloud, playing music, watching TV or movies, helping with simple crafts or puzzles.Comforting presence: Offering a hand to hold during difficult moments, sitting quietly when words aren’t needed.Legacy projects: Helping patients create memory books and write letters to loved ones.Respite for caregivers: Giving family members a short break while you stay with the patient.

Commitment:
1-2 hours per week; schedule based on volunteer availability and patient needs.

Ideal For:
Individuals with a calm, empathetic presence and a desire to bring comfort during life's final chapter.

Agency: Emerald Coast Hospice- Milton

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 32571

Allow Groups: No