Pella Regional is pleased to announce that Rod Visser is Hospice of Pella’s 2025 Volunteer of the Year. Rod, along with other honored volunteers throughout Iowa, are recognized with great appreciation by Hospice and Palliative Care Association of Iowa and their local community.
“It’s an honor to serve patients and their families during such meaningful moments,” said Visser. “I really enjoy helping out, spending time with other volunteers, and being able to serve by transporting patients and delivering equipment.”
Volunteers of Hospice of Pella provide companionship for patients and relief for caregivers by letting them take a break from the bedside. They help with transportation needs, including errands and rides to and from appointments. They also may help in the office and take care of the garden. Their role is instrumental in the care of patients and families in hospice care.
“We are so thankful for Rod and his faithful service,” said Beth Loux, Hospice of Pella’s Volunteer Coordinator. “Rod is always willing to step in wherever needed — whether that’s transporting patients, delivering equipment, or offering a listening ear. His quiet dedication and compassionate spirit truly embody what it means to be a Hospice of Pella volunteer. We’re blessed to have him on our team.”
Hospice of Pella is very grateful for all of the volunteers that serve throughout the year. Volunteers serve in many capacities within Hospice of Pella. Each volunteer chooses which tasks they are comfortable doing and the times that they are able to help. For information about volunteer opportunities, call 641-620-5050.
Pella Regional Health Center is a not-for-profit provider of healthcare, accredited by The Joint Commission. It received a five-star rating for patient recommendations by The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), along with the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ). It is recognized by Wellmark® Blue Cross® and Blue Shield® with a Blue Distinction® Centers+ (BDC+) for Maternity Care designation, and ® a Blue Distinction® Center+ for Knee and Hip designations as part of the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program. The health center was also awarded the Clean Facility Certificate from the Association for the Health Care Environment (AHE) for its commitment to infection prevention strategies and preparedness for biological events. Pella Regional Health Center’s mission is to provide healthcare and healing services with Christian compassion.
