Caris HealthCare Offers Volunteer Training

Monday, August 06, 2012
Caris HealthCare, Tennessee’s only statewide hospice provider, is in search of caring and dedicated individuals/groups with an interest in serving those with advanced illnesses, either directly or indirectly.  Caris volunteers provide companionship to people living with a serious illness and help their family caregivers in a variety of ways. 

Hospices also rely on volunteers to help with office work, community outreach and other operational areas. Hospice volunteer training will take place August 21 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Please contact Morgan Askew (maskew@carishealthcare.com or 899-4044) at Caris Healthcare for more information or if this training time doesn't fit with your schedule.


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