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Volunteer in one of many areas of need. We have positions in reception, office, maintenance, and more. Fill out our Expression of Interest form at the bottom of this page to get started.

Join our Volunteer Team

Volunteering at NOHS

NOHS is committed to providing a rewarding experience for our volunteers and an exceptional level of service to our residents, clients and our community.

Hospice volunteering is suitable for dedicated and caring people who are interested in supporting palliative individuals and being present throughout their journey. Although it can be difficult for some, for many it is the most rewarding and fulfilling way to help other people. We offer both direct and indirect service roles, so depending on your level of comfort, you can provide help and support in a variety of ways.

Volunteering Information Sessions

Volunteers are an essential part of our team. Hospice relies on the support of caring and compassionate individuals to help ensure our residents and their families receive the utmost level care.

NOHS welcomes volunteers who are interested in:

  • Bringing comfort and companionship to our residents and families
  • Being a Nav-CARE volunteer who visits people with a serious illness in their home
  • Assisting with daily food services
  • Supporting grief and bereavement programs
  • Providing office and reception assistance
  • Helping with fundraising activities and special events
  • Nurturing our beautiful gardens
  • Supporting our maintenance team

All NOHS volunteers must meet Provincial vaccination requirements, as well as provide results from a standard tuberculosis (TB) test.

 

Orientation and Training

We offer a comprehensive training program to ensure that volunteers are fully prepared for their role in our organization. The fee for this training is $70 which includes training materials, and a membership to our Society.

Once participants have attended an orientation session and wish to apply to the Volunteer Program, all potential volunteers will successfully complete:

  • a pre-training interview
  • a criminal record check
  • provide two satisfactory personal references from persons not related to them

Our Commitment to You

Ongoing training, education, supervision and appreciation are provided to all of our Hospice volunteers.

Upon acceptance to our volunteer program, new volunteers are expected to attend one of our scheduled training programs.

Volunteers are expected to attend scheduled training; however, make-up sessions can be arranged for prospective volunteers who are unable to make every date during the training series. Training is offered at least annually and includes the following topics:

  • The difference between hospice palliative care and curative care
  • Family Dynamics
  • Communication techniques
  • Active listening
  • Overcoming cultural differences
  • Understanding how spirituality and grief affect clients and families
  • Grief and Bereavement
  • Self-Care and Boundaries

Those who are interested in our Nav-CARE program are required to take the Hospice Volunteer Training then there is a separate day for Nav-CARE volunteer training. To learn more, visit our Nav-CARE page HERE.


Watch our events page for our next training session dates.

For further information on becoming a volunteer, please contact:

Belinda Keel
Community Program Manager
250-503-1800 Ext 115
[email protected]

Join our Volunteer Team

A minimum of 3 volunteer hours per week for the period of one year is expected. Can you make this time commitment?

Area of Interest

The information on this form is strictly confidential. It is meant to give Hospice the opportunity to get to know
you a little better and understand how you would like to contribute.

This form is the first step in expressing your interest in volunteering at Hospice. We will contact you with an invitation to participate in a 1-hour introduction session (Spring & Fall). You can then decide, based on the information provided, if volunteering is for you. We highly value and respect our volunteers and select those most suited to working with a vulnerable population. This work could not be done without our volunteers.

North Okanagan Hospice Society

3506 27th Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 1S4

Phone: (250) 503-1800
Fax: (250) 503-1844
E-mail: [email protected]

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If you have questions about resources and supports for the end-of-life journey, we are here with practical information and referrals to help you get the information and services you need.

We're here for patients, caregivers, family and friends – no one is turned away, so please don't hesitate to call if you need us.
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Your gift of time, talent, or resources is gratefully received and is an opportunity for you to make a difference in quality end-of-life care.

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North Okanagan Hospice Society believes in quality of life. We support people with a palliative diagnosis, their family, and the bereaved. When medical intervention can no longer add days to life, we strive to add more life to each day.

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NOHS provides a variety of community services to clients, family members, caregivers, professionals, and community members. Trained volunteers offer support to clients at home and at Hospice House. Professional counseling assists clients and families working through grief and bereavement.  Different resources for community outreach and healthcare.

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