Author : Craig O. Lynch
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781545215135
Total Pages : 184 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (151 download)
Book Synopsis The Hospice Volunteer Handbook by : Craig O. Lynch
Download or read book The Hospice Volunteer Handbook written by Craig O. Lynch and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-06-02 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A practical Handbook written by a seasoned Hospice Volunteer for Hospice Volunteers. It reflects the author's experience of working with over 200 Hospice Patients, with 5 Agencies over a 7 year period. It also encompasses a Master's Degree in End-of-Life Care (San Francisco State-2012). This Handbook is a powerful resource for Trainers, Coordinators, Healthcare Professionals, Patients, Loved Ones and Friendly Volunteers. This concise Handbook covers Volunteer qualifications, requirements, training, Hospice history and philosophy, field assignments, the 6 critical questions to ask prior to new visits, dealing with dying Patients and surrounding Family, Federal regulations, HIPAA, "home" settings, activities, Respite and Vigil visits, cognitive and physical elements and facing dying and death. Every new Hospice Volunteer must sooner or later understand every fact covered in this book. A serious must read!