Hospice of Visiting Nurse Services of Newport and Bristol Counties announces its hospice volunteer training.

Beginning October 9th and continuing through November 13th, the training will be held every Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
at the VNS Office, 1184 East Main Road, Portsmouth.

The true value of hospice volunteers cannot be measured in terms of hours or dollars. Hospice volunteers provide an all-important community connection for patients and families, helping to avoid the loneliness and isolation that frequently accompany a terminal illness.

What does a Hospice Volunteer do?

-Offers comfort and companionship to patients and families.
-Provides much-needed respite for caregivers.
-Shops, runs errands, and helps prepare meals.
-Works on special events and fundraisers.
-Supports hospice behind the scenes in our office.

For more information or to schedule an interview, contact Jane Bresko, hospice volunteer coordinator, at 682-2100, ext. 616.

No health care experience is necessary and we provide training and
support to all of our volunteers.

This opportunity is sponsored by: Visiting Nurse Services of Newport and Bristol Counties

This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers

Adults (26-54) Individual Adults (55+) Physically Disabled Families Young Adults (18-25)

Occasional Weekends Weekdays Weekly

Contact Person:
Jane Bresko, Program Manager, (401) 682-2100 ext. 616, (email)

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Address:

1184 East Main Rd. Portsmouth, RI 02871 (See a map)

Directions:

Take 24 south to exit 1.Turnpike avenue. take a right onto 138 east. follow 138 about 5 miles. The entrance to our agency is at a traffic light. We are in the same complex as Hodges Badge.

Miscellaneous Information

Handicap accessible?
	Yes
Does this opportunity provide services to low-income communities?
	Yes