Are you interested in working directly with Hospice clients and their families?
Hospice Peterborough is offering introductory orientation sessions in September to learn more about this unique opportunity to volunteer. Call to register to attend on of these sessions on Thursday, September 5th, Tuesday, September 10th or Saturday, September 14th. Following an interview process, you may then be invited to join the hospice volunteer training which will begin in October for 10 weeks (3 hours weekly in the afternoon) or alternate Saturday’s for full days.
The 30-hour series is designed for people interested in providing support for individuals living with life-threatening illness. The course explores issues related to death and dying, support for people who are grieving, and care for the caregiver. This course will introduce you to the concepts of hospice care and prepare you for supporting individuals following the guidelines of Hospice’s philosophy of care.
Please call to register for one of the sessions or for more information at 705-742-4042 or cmillington@hospicepeterborough.org.
