The Aultman Hospice program is seeking volunteers to provide companionship and support to hospice patients and families. Volunteers are an invaluable part of the hospice team and make it possible for caregivers to take a break from their 24-hour care giving responsibilities in the home setting. Volunteers also provide companionship and support to patients receiving care in extended care facilities and at the Compassionate Care Center.Â
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age and are required to attend a total of four training sessions. The sessions are free, but registration is required. All training sessions will be held at the Compassionate Care Center, located on the Aultman Woodlawn campus, 2821 Woodlawn Ave. NW, Canton.
Dates and times for the training sessions are as follows:
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Tuesday, Feb. 21 - 9:30 a.m to 2 p.m.
           Thursday Feb. 23 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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           Tuesday, Feb. 28 - 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
           Thursday, March 1 – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
If you are interested in making a difference in the lives of others, please contact Becky Shafer, Aultman Hospice and Compassionate Care Center Volunteer Coordinator, at 330-479-7450 or email rshafer@aultman.com.
About Aultman
Aultman Health Foundation is a not-for-profit health care organization serving Stark and surrounding counties. The vertically integrated institution includes Aultman Hospital, the locally managed health-insurance provider AultCare and the Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences. With 808 beds, 530 active physicians and a staff of more than 5,000 employees, Aultman is Stark County’s largest hospital and employer. For more information, visit www.aultman.org.
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