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Helping Hands | The Importance of Hospice Volunteers | Cindy Outlaw

Hospice of the North Coast

Hospice care can be a challenging and emotional experience for patients and their families. Hospice volunteers play a critical role in supporting patients and their loved ones during this time. But hospice volunteering isn’t just about helping patients. ” HNC: What draws you to this kind of work?

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Body Disposal, Funeral (Video 5:45)

Hospice and Nursing Homes Blog

Research on the impact of COVID -19 grief and bereavement during other infectious disease outbreaks such as pandemics have tended to focus on survivors who had the illness and recovered. Loved ones are not always able to communicate their feelings in person before the deceased dies.