Hospice Southland affirms life and offers dignity and hope through the provision of specialist palliative care. Their vision is for everyone living in Southland to have access to the highest quality palliative care services.
Hospice Southland operates a six-bed In-Patient Unit and supports around 150 patients in the community. Our care focuses on enhancing quality of life while responding to each patient’s physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. A calm, well-maintained garden environment plays an important role in supporting comfort, reflection, and wellbeing for patients and their families.
Family life is deeply affected when a loved one has a life-limiting illness, and creating peaceful outdoor spaces is one of the many ways Hospice Southland support both patients and their whānau.
As a Hospice Gardening Volunteer, you will:
- Work independently or alongside other volunteers
- Prune rose beds and seasonal plants
- Clear leaf litter and tidy garden areas
- Carry out light weeding and general garden maintenance
- Help keep the Hospice grounds looking welcoming and cared for
Volunteers will gain:
- A full orientation and ongoing support
- The appreciation of Hospice Southland staff, patients, and families
- A sense of purpose and connection to the community
- The opportunity to contribute to a peaceful and meaningful environment
- Practical gardening experience in a supportive team
Ideal for someone who:
- Enjoys gardening and being outdoors.
- Can work independently and take initiative.
- Has a reasonable level of fitness for light gardening tasks.
- Wants to give back to the Southland community.
- Appreciates the Hospice philosophy and values.
Requirements
- Enjoys serving the community
- Wants to use/develop their green fingers
- Loves keeping gardens tidy
- Pruning of the rose beds and removing leaf litter involved
- Gardening tasks may involve bending, kneeling, twisting, clasping, pushing and some light lifting
- Basic general knowledge of garden plants a bonus. I.e. Is this a plant or a weed!?
- Tools available onsite - you can bring your own gloves if you prefer
- You will need suitable footwear, a hat, sun protection and something to drink
A Police background check is required for this role.
Time commitment
- Flexible, your choice:
- Monday - Sunday Am/Pm and/or 2 hour Working Bees which are held every 5 or 6 weeks.
Getting started
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below.
We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.
Enquire about this role: