Sunshine Coast Hospice offers free palliative care, grief and loss programs, advance care planning, and educational resources to support residents on the Sunshine Coast. In partnership with Vancouver Coastal Health, they provide care in four hospice suites and a family lounge at Silverstone Care Centre in Sechelt, ensuring individuals and their families receive comfort, support, and compassion during life’s most challenging moments.
Types of Possible Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers can assist in a variety of ways, including providing companionship, offering respite for caregivers, supporting grief groups, or helping with community education and outreach.
Hospice volunteers play a vital role in supporting individuals and families facing life-limiting illness or grieving the loss of a loved one. Becoming a Hospice volunteer is a deeply rewarding experience that allows you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Volunteers become part of a compassionate care team, offering support during end-of-life journeys and helping families navigate difficult transitions. Through this work, volunteers gain valuable skills, build connections, and experience a profound sense of purpose and community.