Capital Caring Health is seeking Prince William County volunteers to provide respite and companionship for patients and families of those in hospice care. Volunteers provide companionship, play cards, read books, prepare light meals, run errands and provide respite so the primary caregiver has an opportunity to take a breath and reenergize. Email Diana at Dioanid@capitalcaring.org
Some more information: We are looking for you because several of our Capital Caring Health social workers and nurses are asking for items to help with anxiety, pain, and isolation. Research shows tactile stimulation can help to "center" or refocus those in pain, those who are experiencing anxiety or those with dementia.
Sensory quilts, blankets, twiddle muffs and aprons- I can’t express how comforting these items are to patients who are in pain or anxious, we anticipate in the next few months we will see an increase in the need for these. These can be made a variety of ways and with a variety of items, creativity is endless here.
