Volunteers are the Heart of Hospice

Volunteer Opportunities

Our 2024 Client-Based Volunteer Training Sessions are currently full. Please check back after November 15,2024.

CLIENT-BASED VOLUNTEERS
All volunteers wishing to be involved in client care programs must attend the six-day intensive Volunteer Training Program (see below). When the training is completed, new volunteers are mentored by experienced volunteers. Volunteer opportunities may include support for individuals and families in their own homes or in hospital on the Palliative Care Unit, facilitation of support groups, or working in our wellness programs. All volunteers participate in continuing education related to topics surrounding death and dying, grief and bereavement and self-care practices.

Palliative Care Unit at NRGH - Volunteers provide practical, emotional and spiritual support to patients and their loved ones on the Palliative Care Unit. Orientation to the hospital and mentoring by experienced volunteers supports is provided to new volunteers.
Home Visiting - Volunteers visit palliative clients and/or their caregivers in the clients’ home while offering companionship, practical support and respite for the caregiver.
Adult Group Facilitation - This program requires volunteers to facilitate group bereavement programs. These volunteers receive continuing education, mentoring, and support that allows them to be effective facilitators within a group setting.
Wellness Programs - Volunteers working in the Wellness Programs must have skills and certification as required.
Child and Youth Program - Limited opportunities for volunteers in our Child & Youth Program - please enquire if interested in working with this age group.

Office/House - Volunteers provide support including reception coverage, help with the library and general office duties as well as light housekeeping at Hospice House.

NON-CLIENT BASED VOLUNTEERS
Comfort Cushions and Shawl Program - Community members & Hospice volunteers assist in the production of these cushions and wraps provided for warmth and support.
Special Events - Opportunities exist to help with a variety of special events and fundraisers such as Hike for Hospice, Celebrate a Life, Gathering to Remember and more.
Thrift Shoppe Volunteers - Volunteers working in our Thrift Shoppe sort and price donated goods, stock shelves and provide cashier duties. The Thrift Store is located at #35-1925 Bowen Road (Bowen Centre).

Nanaimo Community Hospice Society is looking for gifted, caring and compassionate individuals who would like to join our team of volunteers. All Hospice volunteers who work with clients, families and bereaved individuals are required to complete the Client-Based Volunteer training program, which is a uniquely intensive and interactive experience…..

2024 Volunteer Training Session:

The fall training session is full. Please check back after November 15th, 2024 to apply for upcoming 2025 training dates.

First Intake: completed.

Second Intake:

Mondays, September 16, 23, 30 and October 7

Wednesday, October 16

Monday, October 21

All days 9:00 am to 4:30 pm

You must be available to attend all sessions.

Yes, I am interested in volunteering (click for more information)

Contact: Erin at erinf@nanaimohospice.com
Main Office Phone: (250) 591-8811

1080 St. George Cres.
Nanaimo, BC V9S 1X1

Volunteer Application Form

Registration fees may be paid via cash, cheque or credit card. A deposit of $65 must be received prior to commencing training.