Hospice Volunteer

Oakville, Burlington, Milton & Halton Hills, ON, L6L [map]

1-2 hours / weekly

1 year

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.  Volunteering can be done in-person or virtually. 

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. 

Fall 2024 Training 
Online (20 sessions) : Daytime Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:30am to 12pm
Sept. 17, 19, 24, 26, Oct. 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31, Nov. 5, 7, 12, 14, 19 21

In-person (10 sessions): Evenings every Wednesday 6pm to 9pm 
Location: Dorothy Ley Hospice 
Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6, 13, 20, 27 Dec. 4

Winter 2025 Training
Online (20 sessions): Evenings Tuesday and Thursdays 6:30pm to 8pm 
Jan. 21, 23, 28, 30, Feb. 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27, March 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, and 27

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Additional Details & Skills Required

30 hour training required

Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?

Free hospice training 
Reference letter
Ongoing training
Supportive staff members
Certificate of completion

Activities involved

Companion/Visitor

Skills required

Patient Care

Requirements:

Interview
Police Check
References
Vulnerable Sector Search

Flexible in schedule
Accessible by public transit