April 13, 2018 - April 22, 2018
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April 13 (7-9pm)
April 14-15 (9am - 4pm)
April 20 (7-9pm)
April 21-22 (9am - 4pm)
201 Mount Pleasant Drive
Camrose, AB T4V 4G3
Hospice Volunteer Training
Friday, April 13, 2018
Every year the Hospice Society of Camrose & District offers a training program that is open to the public.
All are welcome to participate, whether you choose to become a volunteer or not. However, first spots are reserved for those intending to complete volunteer registration.
Those choosing to become registered volunteers will be interviewed, asked to supply references, and undertake a criminal record check.
Training occurs on two consecutive weekends:
Friday evenings are 7 – 9:00 pm
Saturdays & Sundays are 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Training Program Outline:
- Introduction to Palliative/end-of-life Support, and the Value of Silence
- Effective Communications
- Family Dynamics
- Emotional & Spiritual Support: A vision for holistic care
- Companioning the Bereaved
- Physical Care of the Dying
- Grief & Bereavement
- Self Care: Grace and compassion for self and others
Those who wish to become volunteer caregivers must complete all training sessions.