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Hospice of Northern Berkshire invites volunteers to join - August 31, 2007
NORTH ADAMS - The Visiting Nurse Association and Hospice of Northern Berkshire Inc. is seeking daytime volunteers to assist its hospice and supportive care programs. A wide range of volunteer opportunities is available to suit different talents and schedules. The next training class starts Tuesday, Sept. 18, at 1 p.m. There are six sessions in the series, all meeting on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 3 p.m. through Oct. 4.
“Hospice volunteers come from all walks of life, and anyone who is willing to care for and share some time with patients and families who are faced with a life-threatening illness is welcome to apply for this training,” said Janet McClelland, hospice patient care coordinator. Volunteers can assist with household tasks, run errands and read to patients in their homes. Bereavement volunteers provide support to family or significant others during the illness and following the death of a loved one.
Special-service volunteers provide a specific service utilizing their own talents, such as fund raising, newsletters, photography, cooking, sewing or gardening. Professional volunteers provide support in the areas of their expertise such as clergy, nursing, or social work. Volunteers can also visit with patients who are in the hospital or in nursing homes, write letters, and assist with personal needs.
Those interested in becoming a hospice and supportive care volunteer can call Pat Courtemanche at (413) 664-4536 for information. |
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