Arkansas Hospice to host Feb. 21st volunteer training in Batesville

Arkansas Hospice, the state’s largest non-profit provider of hospice services, will host a volunteer training session in Batesville on Friday, Feb. 21, for anyone wanting to learn about the organization and its volunteer opportunities.

The training will begin at 10 a.m. in the Arkansas Hospice office at 3000 Jennings Lane, Suite C, and lunch will be provided.

A vital part of the hospice care team, Arkansas Hospice volunteers are caring, committed people from all walks of life who gain a sense of satisfaction from making a difference in the lives of others.

These volunteers provide ongoing support wherever a patient calls home in a variety of ways that include making personal visits or phone calls, sitting with patients to give caregivers a rest and, most of all, listening and sharing thoughts and feelings. Other volunteer opportunities include helping with office work and special events, plus specialized volunteering in other areas, such as sewing and pet therapy.

All Arkansas Hospice volunteers must be trained and certified. In addition, individuals must pass a background check and driving record check and provide evidence of a current driver’s license and automobile insurance. A flu shot and tuberculosis skin test are also required.

“Whatever your talents might be, you can make a big difference for our Arkansas Hospice patients and families,” said Hannah Alvarado, volunteer coordinator. “Your help is always welcome and appreciated.”

To learn more about Arkansas Hospice’s volunteer opportunities, please visit www.ArkansasHospice.org/volunteer.

To register for the volunteer training, please email halvarado@arkansashospice.org or call 870-793-1938, or toll-free at 877-794-1938, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays.

Arkansas Hospice’s Family of Care provides hospice and palliative care in Batesville and the surrounding area. To learn more, please visit www.ArkansasHospice.org.