A Photovoice Study on the Position and Role of Hospice Volunteers in Korea

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Table 1 General Characteristics of the Participants

ID	Gender	Age	Educational Background	Marital Status	Religion	End-of-Life Care Experience (y)
A	Female	54	College graduate	Married	Christian	More than 5
B	Female	58	High school graduate	Married	Buddhist	1–2
C	Female	65	High school graduate	Widowed	Buddhist	1–2
D	Female	54	College graduate	Married	Buddhist	More than 5
E	Female	65	High school graduate	Married	Catholic	1–2
F	Male	65	College graduate	Married	Catholic	1–2
G	Female	53	College graduate	Married	No religion	3–4

Table 2 Photovoice Themes and Subcategories

Themes	Subcategories
Two perceptions from the hospice care image	- Facing unexpected farewells - Supporting as a bicycle’s auxiliary wheel
Connection roles between death, life, and rest	- Mediator between patients, medical staff, and family - A resting place like a bench
Preparing to share oneself and experiencing inner growth	- Fear of starting volunteer work - Expanding knowledge through learning and becoming a volunteer
Meaningfully connecting with the community	- Ubuntu, becoming part of someone’s life and family - Volunteering out of love, not obligation

Figure 1 (a) Baby’s breath making other flowers stand out; (b) Sneakers that help you walk comfortably.

Figure 2 A bridge connecting patients with their families and the medical staff.

Figure 3 A shade to block out the sun during hot summers.

Figure 4 A burning candle to provide light.