Hospice Organization Looks for Fresh Volunteers; Training Schedule Set for Late September
Sheridan Memorial Hospital's Hospice is set to host a volunteer training session in late September, offering potential volunteers and interested individuals a chance to learn more about the roles and responsibilities of Hospice volunteers.
The training, which is being covered by our platform's Ron Richter, will provide a comprehensive understanding of the daily operations and requirements of volunteering for Sheridan Memorial Hospital's Hospice. It is designed to prepare new volunteers to support hospice patients and their families, covering various aspects of bereavement, body mechanics, safe transfer techniques, and assisting with mobility aids.
Cindy Baker, Hospice Social Worker and Volunteer Coordinator, provides information about the volunteer opportunities, discussing the comprehensive nature of the training. The curriculum includes topics such as infection control, confidentiality, active listening, maintaining boundaries, and stress management. The role of spirituality in hospice care is also addressed during the training.
The training is open to all interested individuals, serving as an opportunity for them to decide whether they want to become a Hospice volunteer. Interested parties can contact Cindy Baker at Sheridan Memorial Hospital's Hospice for more information or to participate in the training. The contact number is 307-672-1083.
Volunteers for Sheridan Memorial Hospital's Hospice have flexible hours, allowing them to participate in various ways, including helping in homes, in the Hospice office, or at activities throughout the year.
[1] Sheridan Memorial Hospital's Hospice Volunteer Training Scheduled for Late September. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.sheridantribune.com/news/local/sheridan-memorial-hospice-volunteer-training-scheduled-for-late-september/article_6875796a-8d4f-11ed-b3c0-e72c8c0d270f.html
[2] Baker, C. (n.d.). Sheridan Memorial Hospital's Hospice Volunteer Training: A Comprehensive Approach. Retrieved from https://www.sheridancountyhospice.com/volunteer-training
- "This comprehensive training for Sheridan Memorial Hospital's Hospice volunteers, covering science-based topics such as infection control, body mechanics, and safe transfer techniques, aims to prepare individuals for supporting hospice patients and their families in a health-and-wellness context."
- "In addition to addressing bereavement and stress management, the training program at Sheridan Memorial Hospital's Hospice also incorporates discussions on the role of spirituality in hospice care, promoting a holistic health-and-wellness approach."
