Are you a good listener who enjoys being with other people? Have you been looking for a way to have an impact on someone else’s life? If so, please consider becoming a volunteer for Regional Hospice and Palliative Care.
Spending time with a volunteer often allows patients to forget about their medical issues and focus on enjoying activities. Whether playing cards, looking at family photos, running errands, providing caregivers with a break or listening to a patient tell his or her stories, it is meaningful time together for both the patient and the volunteer.
Family support volunteers provide companionship for patients and much-needed respite for caregivers, typically 2 to 4 hours per week. Regional Hospice and Palliative Care cares for patients across Fairfield, Litchfield, New Haven and Hartford counties. Visit patients as close or as far from home as you'd like.
The February Family Support Volunteer Training class takes place over 3 daytime sessions:
- Wednesday, February 21st – 9 AM to 5 PM*
- Thursday, February 22nd – 9 AM to 5 PM*
- Friday, February 23rd – 9 AM to 5 PM*
*You must attend all 3 classes to complete the training.
The March/April Family Support Volunteer Training class takes place over 6 evening sessions:
- Monday, March 26th – 5 PM to 9 PM*
- Tuesday, March 27th – 5 PM to 9 PM*
- Wednesday, March 28th – 5 PM to 9 PM*
- Thursday, March 29th – 5 PM to 9 PM*
- Tuesday, April 3rd – 5 PM to 9 PM*
- Thursday, April 5th – 5 PM to 9 PM*
All interested volunteers must:
- Fill out an application online (Complete Here)
- Schedule an interview & be offered a spot in the class
- Submit three references
- Complete a background check
Class Size is Limited, So Apply Early!
Any Questions or to Schedule An Interview, Please Contact:
Mary Beth Hickey, Volunteer Director
203-702-7415 MHickey@RegionalHospiceCT.org
Laura Cordeira, Volunteer Manager
203-702-9558 LCordeira@RegionalHospiceCT.org
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