Elizabeth Hospice seeks volunteers; training offered

ESCONDIDO – The Elizabeth Hospice will host a three-day volunteer training for individuals interested in becoming a hospice volunteer Dec. 1, 2 and 3, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Elizabeth Hospice administrative building located at 500 La Terraza Blvd, Suite 130, Escondido. Volunteer training is free and open to the public.

Volunteers that can assist with complementary therapies such as pet therapy, aromatherapy, music therapy, Reiki, as well as, licensed massage therapists are greatly needed. Spanish speaking volunteers and veterans are also needed. The Elizabeth Hospice serves San Diego and South Riverside Counties.

Professional staff at The Elizabeth Hospice teach the comprehensive training classes, addressing issues such as the volunteer role in hospice care, working with non-verbal patients, cultural diversity, complementary therapies, and active listening. Graduates of this volunteer training will serve hospice patients and their family members that live in the graduate’s community.

To ensure a place in the volunteer training, call (800) 797-2050 by Nov. 24. A weekend volunteer training will be offered in February.