Hospice Care Volunteer
This is one of the most meaningful volunteer experiences you’ll ever have.
As a Hospice Care Volunteer, you will support the emotional, psychological, spiritual, practical and social needs of a person dying at home and their family. With deep compassion and without judgement, you’ll provide a safe space for the client to express their feelings and share their story.
Ultimately, you’ll improve the quality of life for the dying person and act as an important support for the family during a difficult time.
Our training course is extremely thorough and will prepare you to be comfortable in this role. Plus, our Care Managers are always available to support you and your client.
Skills and Experience
- Excellent active listener
- Compassionate and caring
- Comfortable with death and dying
- Open and non-judgmental
- Respectful of the client’s cultural and religious beliefs
- Able to maintain strict confidentiality
- Successful completion of the training course
Commitment
Upcoming Training Starts:
Winter 2025 – Dates to be confirmed
If you have volunteered with Acclaim Health before, please contact Kanza Shahid for more information at [email protected]
If you have not volunteered with us before, apply online and we will contact you about available training sessions.
Ongoing
2+ hours per week, matched to your client for the duration of their illness
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Clean police records check with vulnerable sector screening
- Two references
Should you require accommodation during the application process, please inform Kanza Shahid at 905-827-8800 x2305, so we can ensure your equal participation.
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