Spiritual - Singing Hymns

PURPOSE:  To spiritually enrich the lives of residents singing hymns

Responsibilities:

  • Spend time getting to know the residents
  • Sing with residents who enjoy singing
  • Ask residents what songs they most enjoy to sing
  • Be respectful to all faiths and appropriate accordingly

 Qualifications/Skills/Requirements:

  • Must have a pleasant musical voice and enjoy singing
  • Must be at least 14 years of age unless accompanied by an adult.
  • Must be self-directed planning appropriate music to sing
  • Have a positive attitude and willing heart to help others
  • Kind, energetic and patient disposition
  • Dependable
  • Enjoys working with the elderly

Time Commitment/Hours:

  • As needed

Benefits to Volunteer:

  • Build relationships with staff, residents and other volunteers
  • Builds self-esteem & gives that “feel good” feeling in helping another human being
  • Volunteering looks good on a resume’ and application
  • Learn new skills and an opportunity for job exploration.
  • Opportunity to be the hands and feet of Jesus Christ to others.

Training and/or Support Provided:

  • Volunteer Orientation
  • On the job training