CRESTVIEW — A Covenant Hospice volunteer training workshop will be held 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21 and Wednesday, Sept. 23 at First United Methodist Church-Crestview, 599 8th Ave.
Interested volunteers will need to attend both days; lunch will be provided.
Covenant Hospice volunteers visit with patients and families, support family members by offering emotional support and practical help, assist with fundraisers, provide administrative support in the office, serve as outreach ambassadors in the community and much more.
The workshop will provide an overview of hospice care, including Covenant Hospice’s programs and services, and will prepare each individual to work in their area of interest.
Volunteers must be at least 14 years of age. Volunteer time commitments are flexible and based on volunteer availability.
To register for training or to learn more about volunteering with Covenant Hospice, contact Carole Haws, volunteer and community relations manager, at 863-6165 or carole.boydhaws@covenanthospice.org.
Covenant Hospice is a not-for-profit organization that provides comprehensive, compassionate services to patients and loved ones during times of life-limiting illnesses.
This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: Covenant Hospice sets volunteer training in Crestview