Monday, September 20, 2010

Four Seasons Orientation and Training Schedule

Four Seasons will be offering its volunteer training classes to all those in the community who would like to learn about or enhance care-giving skills. The information provided is useful in any setting, from homes to facilities. Attendance does not require a commitment to become a Hospice volunteer.

A new volunteer orientation class will be offered on the following date:
  • Thursday, October 14, 2010 1:00 pm – 4:30pm
Location: Greatrex Place (Four Seasons administrative building)

The above orientation is required for all volunteer positions.

Additional training classes will be required for those who wish to be involved in Patient Care (Home Care, Elizabeth House, Nursing Care, or Assisted Living facilities). All of the following classes must be completed prior to working directly with patients:
  • Session 1: Tuesday, October 19, 2010 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm
  • Session 2: Thursday, October 21, 2010 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm
  • Session 3: Tuesday, October 26, 2010 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm
  • Session 4: Thursday, October 28, 2010 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm

Location: Hilton-Biltmore Park hotel

For more information or to register for any of the above classes, please contact:

Donna Nawrocki, Director of Volunteer Services at 828-233-0327

*In case of inclement weather, please call 692-6178 to see if classes are running on schedule.