Direct Care Volunteers are required to participate in initial hospice volunteer training as well as basic orientation. Training is offered in different formats and locations throughout the Seasons Hospice service areas. Specific skill sets may require additional interview, selection and program training.

Indirect Care Volunteers receive basic orientation, training specific to task undertaking, and are encouraged to attend initial hospice volunteer training.
Volunteer training and orientation give volunteers an opportunity to learn new skills and become aware of skills they already possess. Some of the areas of training include:

	Hospice mission, history and philosophy of care
	Role of the volunteer and the interdisciplinary team
	Spiritual and cultural diversity
	Confidentiality
	Listening and communication skills
	Patient care
	Disease processes
	Self care
	Precautions
	Grief and bereavement
	Resources

Additional support meetings and educational opportunities are offered throughout the year as well as ongoing personal support and social gatherings.