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Debra J. Goodsell commented on Liz Roth's blog post patients wife would like to volunteer
"I feel if she is ready that volunteering in the office would be fine and it would keep her busy.  I might hesitate if she wanted to be a direct patient care volunteer, but even then if I felt she would be alright....I would assign her with a female…"
Feb 28, 2011
Janet L Kostielney commented on Liz Roth's blog post patients wife would like to volunteer
"We have a stipulation that a volunteer must not have lost anyone close to them for more than a year before they can begin volunteer training. I thought that stipulation came from Medicare...but I'm only 8 months into this position, so I could surely…"
Dec 15, 2010
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
Frances Shani Parker replied to Liz Roth's discussion volunteer age requirements
"In an earlier forum post I wrote titled "Hospice-Nursing Home Service Activities for Students," this information is stated:

"If over age 16, (students can) train to become regular patient-care volunteers and take on a wide range of hospice…"
Aug 13, 2008
Greg Schneider replied to Liz Roth's discussion volunteer age requirements
"Liz,

The George Mark Children's House in San Leandro, CA uses 16 year olds as peer volunteers. They may be able to assist you with any federal requirements concerning age. If you visit the link here you can see how they are used. I think with…"
Aug 13, 2008

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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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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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