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Spiritual Care Volunteers

Healing lives with words of comfort.

Senior Patient in Hospital BedThis group of dedicated volunteers is integral to the JFS Chaplaincy Program and fulfilling the mitzvah of “bikkur holim” – visiting the sick. Volunteers receive extensive training to work in the healthcare community serving the spiritual needs of Jewish patients in area hospitals and eldercare centers. Volunteers provide connection and support to those who might otherwise be alone or disconnected from community. A warm and nurturing team enhances your own personal and spiritual growth as a volunteer. For an interview and article with our spiritual care volunteers read this personal experience on our Blog. 

Requirements:

    • Recommendation from a rabbi or Jewish community leader
    • Interview with the Jewish Community Chaplain
    • Screening, including background check, drug screen and TB test
    • Spiritual Care and HIPAA training
    • Three educational gatherings per year
    • One-year commitment

 

Learn more about this enriching program to see if it’s the right fit for you by contacting Volunteer Engagement at (913) 730-1410 or volunteer@jfskc.org.

Become a Volunteer

Complete the online volunteer application, or contact Volunteer Engagement at (913) 730-1410 or volunteer@jfskc.org.

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Volunteer News

Virtual Volunteer Trainings To Combat Isolation in Older Adults

Tues. Nov. 17, JFS is hosting two virtual trainings on November 17 for current volunteers and anyone interested in volunteering.

Sunshine for Passover

JFS is getting packages ready to go to 115 families next week for Passover. Share your good wishes by including a personal note of goodwill. This is a great opportunity to get the kids involved in a volunteer project. Please get cards in by Monday, April 6.

Older Adult Sensitivity Training

This program will be RESCHEDULED or PRESENTED ONLINE. Please check back as we finalize the details. Read more.

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