COVID-19: Safety, Vaccine & Resources Search VOLUNTEER ABOUT US Ways to Give Plan Your Giving Donor Stories Volunteer Donate Now Contact Us Events Give Back by Volunteering These are my brothers, my sisters, my parents and my grandparents. I volunteer because I feel like right now this is where God wants me and I have so much fun here. Rebecca Perdue Friends of Knute Volunteer ABOUT VOLUNTEERING Volunteers at Knute Nelson play an instrumental role in growing the impact of our organization. These individuals have generously dedicated their time and talents to over 83,000 volunteers hours which directly contribute to our mission of 'enriching lives.' We continue to welcome and encourage new volunteers. No experience is needed. We will happily provide any necessary training. If you or someone you know is interested in volunteering, please contact our volunteer office. Our staff is eager to help find an opportunity that suits your interests and availability. Friends of Knute WHAT WE DO Friends of Knute volunteers lend their helping hands in many capacities throughout our organization and we welcome you to join them. The mission of Friends of Knute is to enhance, through volunteer efforts, the quality of life of individuals served by Knute Nelson. These individuals are volunteers committed to helping those that are residents of a Knute Nelson community. Volunteer Opportunities Interested in volunteering? There are numerous ways that you can get involved. With flexible scheduling, we can work with you to find opportunities that suit your interests and availability Beauty shop Bingo Bookmobile Coffee and gift shop Gardening One-to-one visiting Mail delivery Pet visits Reading and writing Resident transporting Special events and much more Apply Online to Volunteer You can apply online to become a Friends of Knute volunteer. It's simple, just choose the facility below that you are most interested in volunteering in. If you aren't sure or would like to be directed to wherever you may be most needed, please choose the "Greatest Need" button. We thank you for your interest in becoming a Friends of Knute volunteer! You can learn more about each of our facilities by visiting the Find a Location page. Care Center Application Grand Arbor Application Nelson Gables Application Greatest Need Hospice Volunteers WHAT WE DO Volunteers have a critical role in providing exceptional care in hospice. It’s been said a thousand times that “Volunteers are the heart of hospice” and it's entirely true. Hospice volunteers are an integral part of our team and are invaluable assets to our patients and families as well as our staff. Knute Nelson offers extensive training and support to all volunteers regardless of how they may help. Hospice Volunteer Opportunities Companionship Visiting, writing letters, playing cards or board games, going on walks or other outings, and providing emotional support. Complimentary Care For volunteers with experience and interest in music or singing; massage, aromatherapy or other complementary therapies. Eleventh Hour Upon request from the patient and family, provide quiet companionship during the last anticipated 24-48 hours of a patient’s life. Bereavement Care Assist with mailings, make follow up phone calls, help set up refreshments and materials for support groups, and help with bereavement related events. Homemaking Household chores, shopping assistance, meal preparation, light housekeeping, child care, pet care, and yard work. Office and Administrative Assist with mailings, assembling admission packets, and doing other projects as needed in the hospice office. Event Volunteers Help with events hosted by or benefiting the hospice program and/or the Knute Nelson Foundation. Contact Us HOSPICE VOLUNTEER OFFICE (320) 759-1270 FRIENDS OF KNUTE OFFICE (320) 763-1162 About Us Give Back Careers Resident Communications Find a Location Request Information|Privacy Policy|ADA Statement Copyright 2020 Knute Nelson | All Rights Reserved | Website Designed & Maintained by Studio 78