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Learn about becoming a Hospice Volunteer

High Peaks Hospice

Informational Sessions about becoming a hospice volunteer are going on throughout the month of November! In conjunction with Hospice & Palliative Care Awareness Month, High Peaks Hospice is offering informative talks about becoming a Hospice Volunteer. Volunteers comfort with their presence.

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NHPCO’s Annual Leadership Conference: Week in Review

NHPCO

More than 900 attendees and exhibitors joined for the in-person program which included action-packed days of keynotes, concurrent education sessions, networking opportunities, award presentations, and celebrations. All funds will support the Hospice Workforce Emergency Support Fund.

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End-of-Life Doulas: A Podcast with Jane Euler, Beth Klint, and John Loughnane

GeriPal

In addition to being a palliative and hospice RN, she is the Executive Director for Goodwin Hospice , a large non-profit hospice that added end-of-life doula care to their services in collaboration with Jane and John’s doula organization, Present for You. Beth: It depends on the volunteer.

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NHPCO Annual Leadership Conference Celebrates Volunteers and Awards Honorees

NHPCO

During the conference at the National Hospice Foundation’s 2023 Gala, NHPCO honored the outstanding contributions of Judi Lund Person and Norman McRae to the community by presenting each of them with the Galen Miller Leadership Award. He presently serves on the NHPCO Board as Immediate Past Chair.

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A Life’s Passion Shared

The Bucket-List Blog

Therefore, most stories are in the present tense. For those who have since passed, we share these in their memories with deep appreciation for what they have taught us about life and living. As is often the case, the project extended to other hospice volunteers, staff, and our network of supporters and community partners.

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My Loved One Is Entering Hospice, Who Can I Turn To?- Five Benefits To Grief Counseling.

Seasons Hospice

Be present. And if they don’t want to talk, simply being present can be a comfort. Hospice Volunteers. If you are interested in helping others who are going through the hospice journey, consider becoming a hospice volunteer. The post My Loved One Is Entering Hospice, Who Can I Turn To?-

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Navigating End-of-Life Conversations: A Guide for New Hospice Nurses

Hospice Nurse Hero

The SPIKES Protocol: A Framework for Effective Communication: The SPIKES protocol is a widely recognized framework for delivering difficult news, especially to those with life-limiting illnesses and end-of-life care. I like to ask the patient and family if it’s ok to speak openly with everyone present.