Volunteer Spotlight: Even Through the Hardest Times, Gratitude Abounds
Shannon started playing the harp nearly three years ago. It’s a soothing instrument, and music can speak where words cannot. She began her volunteering journey with HopeWest in January of 2022. Though she hasn’t volunteered for long, she has made strong connections in...
Volunteering Changes the World One Creative Project at a Time
Our passionate community of volunteers often go above and beyond for our patients. Just like HopeWest Delta County volunteer, Dave Armlovich. Since early 2019, Dave has been providing companionship and respite to many of our HopeWest patients. Recently, he was...
The Art of Giving Back
Volunteering Changes the World — One Creative Project at a Time In 2002, after the death of his partner, Montrose volunteer Ron knew that he wanted to get involved. “Hospice helped us so much and what they did for my partner and me – well, let’s just say it’s an honor...
Everyone Could Use Some Holiday Magic
The kindness shown amongst each other can leave a lasting effect. With an overflow of holiday spirit, Triad EAP partnered with HopeWest to bring gifts to patients in need of a little extra kindness and cheer during this past holiday season. One of the patients who...
It’s Never Too Late to Play the Music
Dennis, who has been getting support and care from HopeWest, had a request. He wanted someone to play the guitar with and to play in front of a crowd. “Finding a volunteer who plays guitar is more difficult than you would think. We found a perfect fit in Connie,” Lisa...
Pet Therapy Volunteers Provide Comfort and Relaxation
There’s a variety of volunteer roles at HopeWest. That includes pet therapy, Dr. Mark Madsen is one of our pet therapy volunteers. He brought Biscuit, a five-year-old yellow Labrador retriever to the interview and she sat on the concrete, happy to take any amount of...
Volunteers Bring Pet Peace of Mind
Amy was going to stop volunteering for HopeWest. She loves to travel and didn’t want to commit to volunteering then have to take weeks off. But then, a request came in to walk a couple of dogs infrequently. Through a partnership with the Pet Peace of Mind...