Seamstresses Needed

Volunteer opportunity description:

We all have that favorite shirt, dress, pair of pants or article of clothing that brings comfort and familiarity when we wear it.
For the loved ones of our hospice patients having a familiar tangible item to hold, smell, touch etc as they grieve can make all the difference which is why we created the "Bear Hugs" Memory Bear program. Through this program volunteers who are experienced sewers turn the clothing from our patients into keepsake memory bears. We provide the bear pattern, stuffing and clothing items...volunteers provide their talent and time. Rivercross Hospice is looking for people who can commit to making at least 4 Bears a month for our families. Rivercross Hospice is looking for seamstresses who can make these special bears for families of our hospice patients who have passed away. We would love for you to be as creative as possible. The bear may be dressed in grandpa's favorite flannel shirt, carrying a fishing pole, and wearing a fishing hat, just like grandpa. Or a bear wearing mom's favorite floral dress with gardening gloves.

Volunteer requirements:

Must be able to sew as a sample bear is needed before getting your first project.
Must have sewing machine or can sew by hand
Background check needed

Volunteers needed:

We need volunteers who are free at these times:

dependent on your schedule

This opportunity is ideal for:

Adults

Seniors

Desirable skills: 

Arts & Crafts

Contact:

Angelique Adams

Learn more about this organization:
Rivercross Hospice

Volunteer opportunity location:

9920 E 42nd St, #201