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Jennifer Thompson replied to Sue Fink's discussion Interview questions for volunteer prospects in Volunteer Management
" I have been using the volunteer interview questions (of course modify to fit your needs) found in Volunteer Management "Mobilizing All the Resources of the Community by Rick Lynch and Steven McCurley. YOu can find this book on Energize Inc. While I…"
Dec 8, 2011
Jennifer Thompson replied to Paul Ikonen's discussion Volunteer Recruitment, Relations and Management in Volunteer Management
"Thanks for the reminder about this website. I have found it very useful. As a good volunteer manager we need to be reading books, articles and attending any type of volunteer management conference so we can stay current with trends and ideas. Thanks…"
Aug 2, 2011
Jennifer Thompson replied to Diane Klebanow's discussion counting intern hours toward 5%??? in Volunteer Management
"I count intern and practium hours for students. I have never had a problem with Medicare surveys. I have them go through complete orientation/training and then assign them to the department head for assignments. There is also a program called Senior…"
Jul 27, 2011
Jennifer Thompson replied to Laurie Dewhurst's discussion Professionals as hospice volunteers in Volunteer Management
"A couple of questions, 1. does your program need this? 2 How does your organization feel about this? Also, one drawback might be boundaries. If the organization is wanting professional input fine, but I feel one has to be careful. Seems to me that…"
Jul 5, 2011
Jennifer Thompson replied to Greg Schneider's discussion A volunteer hour or not a volunteer hour - that is the question (con't) in Volunteer Management
"The volunteer manager tool kit through NHPCO has a cople of pages of what counts and doesn't count. If your hospice is a member you might look into this. I got a copy during our quaterly meetings for volunteer administrators but don't have the…"
Jun 6, 2011
Jennifer Thompson replied to Suzanne Rucker's discussion Cost Saving $ amounts
"there are generally 2 ways for calculate cost saving. You can use the national standard for volunteer work around $20.85 per hour or you work with your company to determine rates for the different volunteer opportunities. I am currently using…"
Feb 28, 2011
Jennifer Thompson replied to Michelle Evernham's discussion Volunteer Continuing Education
"I agree 20 hours is alot. Is this your company's policy??? I generally offer 4 in-services (continous education) a year. My company's policy states that HIPPA and Infectious control is covered every year so I only have to do 2 additional, but even…"
Feb 28, 2011
Jennifer Thompson replied to Laurie Dewhurst's discussion Do your volunteers give patients and families personal phone numbers? in Volunteer Management
"I advise my volunteers not to give out their personal phone numbers using the example of "do you want phone calls in the middle of the night". However, when you have a volunteer with a home patient and they need to confirm visiting/respite times I…"
Feb 4, 2011
Jennifer Thompson replied to Melissa Woods's discussion New Volunteer Coordinator
"the company supplied the gift cards, since I am a for-profit hospice unable to solicit. Ask you director what the annual budget line is for volunteer department. They will probably say their isn't one, but there is generally budgeted money…"
Jan 26, 2011
Jennifer Thompson replied to Melissa Woods's discussion New Volunteer Coordinator
"I have my orientation/training divided up by what the volunteer opportunity is for. My administrative volunteers go through approximately 3 hours of general orientation and position training. direct patient do thorugh approximately 5 hours with me…"
Jan 25, 2011
Jennifer Thompson replied to Melissa Woods's discussion New Volunteer Coordinator
"Welcome to the Voluntter Administrator field. All the ideas you have received are wonderfu. I have only worked for for-profit hospices and know the struggles you are having getting items in the newspaper. I work in urban city, but have rural areas…"
Jan 25, 2011
Jennifer Thompson replied to Melissa Woods's discussion New Volunteer Coordinator
"thank you so much for this sample newsletter. I am just catching up and what a wonderful fine.
 
Jennifer Thompson, CVA
Rivercross Hospice - Tulsa"
Jan 25, 2011
Jennifer Thompson commented on Liz Roth's blog post patients wife would like to volunteer
"I have had this situation happen when an exisiting volunteer's loved one comes on service and I generally limit their volunteer responsibility. However, if this is a new volunteer, I would recommend that they concentrate on their loved one at this…"
Nov 15, 2010
Jennifer Thompson commented on Sondra C. Papatsoris, MSW's blog post Holiday appreciation gifts
"over the years I have done many things for my volunteers. Generally it was a nice christmas card (used positive promotions)and either a pocket day planner or motivational calendar. I also gave $10 Walmart gift card or $10 movie ticket gift card. I…"
Oct 29, 2010
Jennifer Thompson replied to Kathleen Moen's discussion Does anyone have a job description for a Hospice Volunteer Manager?
"I am so happy that your administrator wants to change your title to recognize what you do. I really don't think your job description would change from what it currently says, unless they are planning to hire a person to work under you as the…"
Aug 17, 2010
Jennifer Thompson left a comment on Employment Opportunity
"I think it is a wonderful addition. We never know when a great opportunity comes knocking Jennifer Thompson, CVA"
Aug 11, 2010
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Support books $5 cost for patients, families, caregivers, staff

Posted by Janice Willett on August 4, 2020 at 6:07am
 If any individual or organization needs support books for patients, caregivers, families, staff during this time of crisis, "Dying w/o Crying" and "Affairs of the Heart” are reduced to cost ($5 ) on jiwillett.com. Utilized by Pastoral Care of many health facilities including MSKCC and UPMC. For large orders DM for bulk rate. Stay well. Chaplain Janice  (Radio,TV,Media info @ jiwillett.com)
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When Your Massage Client has Dementia

Posted by Irene Smith on January 28, 2019 at 5:45pm


When Your Massage Client Has Dementia  https://medium.com/@everflowing"


Providing massage for dying persons presents multi level challenges to me as a practitioner. One of these special challenges is working with persons experiencing dementia. One of the blog posts that has been archived earlier is titled The Lost Pause. https://medium.com/@everflowing"…

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Just Published!!
by Rashani Rea & Kathy Douglas

Those who companion suffering daily, such as hospice nurses and volunteers, will surely appreciate this beautiful work. With 62 original art collages by Rashani Réa, five beautiful chapters by Kathy Douglas, and a foreword by Jean Watson, this exquisite book is a peaceful refuge for contemplation, inquiry, reflection and inspiration for those who traverse the joys and sorrows of nursing.

Kathy Douglas, RN, MPH-HA is a nationally recognized nurse leader, filmmaker and entrepreneur. 

Rashani Réa is a prolific artist and musician, a creatrice of sanctuaries and a respected spiritual mentor.

“This is a beloved book and beyond a book. It is an evocative, poetic, ecstatic, and inspirited sacred, experiential calling. A calling to you--YES, YOU.” 

— Jean Watson, PhD, RN, AHN-BC, FAAN, Living Legend (AAN)

“Those who companion suffering daily need to turn inward to metabolize what they have witnessed. This exquisite book, filled with beautiful images and poetic wise words, is the inspiration and support needed to grow a wise heart.” 

— Frank Ostaseski, founder and director of the Metta Institute and author of The Five Invitations: Discovering What Death Can Teach Us About Living Fully

“In this unique time of the COVID-19 pandemic, this book should be considered a tribute to the tremendous courage being displayed by nurses around the world. There is much wisdom conveyed throughout by those who have been there serving others with such grace.” 

— Greg Schneider President, HVA, co-author of The Changing Face of Hospice Volunteering in Hospice and Palliative Care 

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