volunteers are the “heart” of our ministry

Hart Felt Ministries’ Volunteer Program offers a variety of roles and time commitments. We have opportunities ranging from providing companionship to doing handyman tasks. We also offer volunteer-from-home opportunities within our Prayer and Card Ministries.


What DO OUR VOLUNTEERS DO?

There are a variety of ways that you can become involved as a Hart Felt volunteer, such as:

  • Friendly visits (1 hour/week)

  • Grocery shopping

  • Light housekeeping (no deep cleaning)

  • Advocacy

  • Assist client to organize, understand, and respond to bills and mail

  • Handyman tasks

  • Minor home repairs

  • Respite (2 hours/week)

  • Wheelchair ramp construction

  • Transportation to medical appointments

  • Yard mowing and cleanup projects

  • Prayer Team

  • Card Ministry

"In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."

Matthew 5:16

*Hart Felt Ministries volunteers do not provide hands-on care (no bathing, lifting, feeding, personal care, etc.) and cannot handle or administer medication.


HOW TO BECOME A VOLUNTEER

Step 1:
Submit an Application

Fill out our Volunteer Application or call the Hart Felt office with questions at 904-861-2799.

Step 2:
reference CHECK AND BACKGROUND SCREEN

Once we have your application, we will check your references and send you a link to do a background screening.

Step 3:
Attend TRAINING

Once you’ve filled out the background screening, you are eligible to attend a training session. Training is currently conducted virtually using Zoom.

Step 4:
Choose How You Want To Help

At the orientation/training you’ll be given more information about Hart Felt and the services we provide to our clients and we’ll get a better idea of how you’d like to serve.

Step 6:
Start Volunteering

For companionship volunteers, a Hart Felt staff member goes on an initial visit to the client’s home to introduce you to your potential client. If you are helping with repairs or in another capacity, then we reach out to get you started!

Step 5:
RETURN Paperwork

Once you have returned your paperwork, we will work to match you with a client based on your preferences/availability and your geographical proximity to a client.