NJHealth Hospice Volunteers Dennis Jones of Somers Point, Jill Naame of Absecon, and Ruby Martinez of Vineland with Ottilie Parsons, RN, from Upper Township who presented the in-service on dementia. At NJHealth Hospice and Palliative Care, learning never stops—especially when it comes to providing the most compassionate care possible. Recently, our dedicated volunteers gathered for a meaningful in-service focused on understanding dementia and how to best support patients expe

Jill Naame of Absecon It started with something simple—a brand-new NJHealth Hospice volunteer T-shirt. Crisp, comfortable, and proudly worn. But for these three very special volunteers, it quickly became something more. What makes these shirts even more meaningful is that they were designed with input from the very people who wear them best—our volunteers themselves. They shared ideas, offered feedback, and made one request loud and clear: they wanted the words “Proud Volunte

Stop by the NJHealth Hospice and Palliative Care table at SCOSA Annual Successful Aging Festival May 8th We love to meet with the community. The NJHealth team members will be on hand to answer your questions at the Stockton Center on Successful Aging (SCOSA) Annual Successful Aging Festival, Friday, May 8, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Stockton University Campus Center, located at 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway, NJ. By 2030, 1 in 5 adults will be over the a

Hospice Volunteers Help Make Each Day Count Shown here at our recognition luncheon at Greate Bay Country Club in Somers Point are Jill Naame of Absecon; Dave Watson of Somers Point; Dana Price of Ocean City; Linda Newman of Ocean City; Cindy Rish of Villas; NJHealth Hospice Volunteer Coordinator Laura Genna; and Karen Martine of Landisville. This week, NJHealth proudly honored its remarkable team of hospice volunteers with special appreciation luncheons in celebration of Na

For many families, the first year after loss is filled with complex emotions, milestones, and moments of quiet reflection. Hospice care understands this deeply and extends its support well beyond the final days of a patient’s life. In fact, hospice programs often provide grief support for at least 13 months, helping families navigate their first year of loss with compassion and care. In moments when words aren’t enough, love speaks. This truth guides hospice volunteers and ch

Julie Buckner has a soft spot for caring for all living things. The Salem County woman spends her days working at an animal hospital and finds volunteering very close to her heart. She became acquainted with hospice when her grandmother was in a healthcare facility receiving hospice care. "During that time, I passed many other patients who looked like they needed someone to talk to," she recalls. "Seeing that broke my heart, and I knew I wanted to be that person for others."

Yes, a visit from a furry friend can make a day extra special for a hospice patient. If you and your pet are therapy certified we'd love to have you on the njHealth Volunteer Team. We are looking for volunteers to share their passions, interest and companionship, which means so very much to hospice patients and their loved ones. Volunteer activities often include: · Certified Pet Visitors for pet lovers. · Keeping vigil with patients in their final hours. ·

Play checkers and make a difference a difference to a hospice patient in your community. NJ Health is looking for people who are willing share their time, talent and compassion with hospice patients. Your volunteer service will fit your schedule and interests, and visit assignments are your choice. Both patients and their families appreciate hospice volunteer visits as it provides a welcome break in the day. Simple conversation, a game of checkers, or a cup of coffee means s

Yes, a visit from a furry friend can make a day extra special for a hospice patient. If you and your pet are therapy certified we'd love to have you on the njHealth Volunteer Team. We are looking for volunteers to share their passions, interest and companionship which means so very much to hospice patients and their loved ones. Volunteer activities often include: · Certified Pet Visitors for pet lovers. · Keeping vigil with patients in their final hours. · Bereavement and gri