Description:
Experience the many rewards of being a hospice volunteer in homes, nursing facilities, and at the Isreal Family Hospice House in Ames. New Hospice Volunteer Training for Mary Greeley Medical Center HOMEWARD will take place at MGMC on June 20 and 27 from 8-4. Volunteers must attend all sessions. Training will cover all aspects of hospice concept, care, and additional services. Questions? Call 515-239-2210.
When
Duration:
Ongoing
Dates:
Nov 06, 2008 -
Dec 31, 2009
Time of Day:
Morning
,
Afternoon
Week Day(s):
Sat
Hours Needed:
Time Details:
Commitment for volunteering is a long term assignment, one year or longer. New Hospice Volunteer Training for Mary Greeley Medical Center HOMEWARD will take place at MGMC on June 20 and 27 from 8-4. Volunteers must attend all sessions.
Preregistration required. Application, interview, and background check must be completed prior to training. Applicants also must be at least 18 years of age and have a desire to give back, listen, and comfort others. Persons experiencing a recent loss are encouraged to wait one year before volunteering for hospice.
Volunteer Options:
Additional Information
Would you like to accept volunteers from the 10,000 Hours Show?:
Yes
Interest & Skill Area
Health/Substance Abuse
Blood Drive Assistant
Dental Care
Equestrian Therapy
Hospice Care
Hospital/Institutional Visit
Medical Care
Nursing Care
Patient Support
Pregnancy Related
Rehabilitation
Respite/Home Health Care
Speech and Hearing
Substance Abuse Prevention/Treatment
Population(s) Served
Infants/Toddlers
Children
Adolescents
Young Adults
Adults
Older Adults
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