Volunteering and Grief

People volunteer for many reasons. One of the most obvious is that they want to give back. Others may want to learn a new skill, have a sense of accomplishment or an opportunity to meet new people. Perhaps they are looking for a job or want to keep busy. Maybe it’s a requirement for school. There are hundreds of reasons to volunteer. In the hospice setting, there often is a different reason. Many of our volunteers frequently make comments of this general nature: They took such good care of Bill and I want to repay that kindness. Our volunteers amaze me with their thoughtfulness as well as their generosity of time, spirit, and expertise. Click here to read more.