SMH Hospice Seeks New Volunteers, Training to be Held in Late September

Sheridan Memorial Hospice is seeking new volunteers. Sheridan Media’s Ron Richter has the details.

Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Hospice will host a volunteer training in late September. Potential Hospice volunteers and other interested individuals may attend the training before deciding whether to become a volunteer. Hospice Social Worker and Volunteer Coordinator Cindy Baker said volunteers have flexible hours and can participate in various ways, including helping in homes, in the Hospice office or at various activities throughout the year.

Baker talks about one of the most important components of Hospice

Baker said Hospice volunteer training will cover many topics including body mechanics, how to safely transfer someone from bed to wheelchair and assisting someone with a walker. Volunteers learn about infection control, confidentiality, practicing active listening and maintaining healthy boundaries, stress management, the role of spirituality in hospice and different aspects of bereavement. Anyone interested in participating in the volunteer training or learning more about Hospice can contact Baker at Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Hospice at 307-672-1083.