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Published: October 03, 2008 2:00 PMUpdated: October 03, 2008 2:57 PM
The Delta Hospice Society’s fall volunteer training session is coming up and early registration is encouraged. Delta Hospice volunteers working directly with families and are required to participate in a comprehensive training program to learn the basics of Delta Hospice Society’s philosophy and practice of care.
There are a variety of presenters throughout the 27.5-hour training program including health care professionals, clients, volunteers and hospice staff. The topics include listening and communication skills, self-awareness, pain and comfort care, living with dying, spirituality, self care, grief and loss, and a volunteer panel who present their experiences in the many different areas of service.
If you are interested in becoming a trained Delta Hospice volunteer, call coordinator of volunteers Chris Colero at 604-948-0660. A pre-course meeting will be scheduled so that participants will have a clear understanding of the course and the expected commitments.
The next training session is scheduled for Tuesday evenings and three Saturdays, running from Oct. 7 to Nov. 15 at the Care Centre, #115, 1077 56 St. The fee for the program is $65, which covers a small portion of the cost and includes a binder with course materials.
The Delta Hospice Society provides quality care for individuals, families and community experiencing a life-threatening illness, end-of-life and bereavement. Delta Hospice is a non-profit charitable organization that must raise all its operational funding through donations, service agreements, grants and its Hospice Cottage Thrift Store.
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