February 12, 2007

Turlock — Volunteers are an intricate part of all Hospice care.  The staff of Hospice of Emanuel is currently seeking individuals to become part of our Hospice team.  Individuals are needed to assist our terminally ill patients and their families by providing emotional support, respite care, and grief support. Volunteers are also needed to assist with vital clerical duties in the office.

       Hospice of Emanuel has scheduled a Volunteer Training Session in English and Spanish on Friday, March 2nd from 5:00-9:00 p.m. and on Saturday, March 3rd from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in Conference Room C in the East Wing of Emanuel Medical Center.   All new Volunteers must attend both sessions.  There is a $25 fee and pre-registration is required.  Scholarships are available upon request.

       Hospice volunteers of all ethnic backgrounds are needed to become part of our Hospice team.   Continuing Education Credit is available for health professional students. 

       For more information and to register, please call Hospice of Emanuel at (209) 664-2550.

       Hospice of Emanuel is a team of professionals and volunteers who address the social, spiritual and emotional needs of the terminally ill patients and their families.  The service area for Hospice of Emanuel includes Ballico, Ceres, Cressey, Crows Landing, Delhi, Denair, Hickman, Hilmar, Hughson, Keyes, Livingston,  Newman, Patterson, Stevinson, Turlock, Waterford and Winton.

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