programs and services
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Desert Valley Hospice Society's mandate is to make the journey a little easier for anyone with a life-limiting diagnosis. Our programs and services are not simply intended for those very near the end-of-life: anyone with any life-limiting condition, as well as that individual's family, is welcome to access our companionship and support. Our programs include: |
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One to One Family Support
Volunteers offer emotional and practical support and information to family members.
One to One Client Support
Hospice volunteers offer practical and emotional support and companionship for the journey, whether it is at home, in the hospital or in a long-term care facility such as McKinney Place, Sunnybank or Mariposa Gardens. Volunteers may read to the client, listen to their concerns, share mutual interests, or simply provide a silent presence. Volunteers provide both practical and emotional support for Palliative Care Clients and their families and friends.
SCDP and SHINE
The program is offered to people living with a serious or life-limiting illness, loneliness, isolation or living with dementia. The SCDP -Supportive Care Day Program and “SHINE “ - Supporting Healthy Interactive Needs Of Elders are a combined program. We support you in a safe and home-like environment as you face new challenges. Our goal is to help you live as fully as possible. The program is on Thursdays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Pre-registration is required. We serve a nutritious lunch, provide entertainment and activities, and celebrate special occasions.
Wellness Check-in Calls
The Wellness Check-in Program is DVHS’s response to COVID-19. Hospice volunteers are matched with clients within the communities of OK Falls, Oliver and Osoyoos who are either living in retirement residences or their own homes. Volunteers call to “check-in”, providing connection, audio-socialization, relieve anxiety, give information on community and healthcare resources.
Respite Services
Volunteers provide family and primary caregivers with a brief respite or pause, usually 2-4 hours, from their care giving responsibilities. This gives caregivers an opportunity to undertake activities which might otherwise have to be forgone. Even short breaks for activities such as a walk, trip to the store, haircut, or social activity can provide the necessary downtime to re-energize a caregiver. Remember, care givers require support too!
End of Life Vigils
Hospice Volunteers may be requested on short notice to provide one-on-one support for a client during his or her final hours or
support to a family members during this difficult time.
Grief and Bereavement Support
Volunteers provide grief and bereavement support to the family members of clients. We offer one-to-one grief support. This program consists of meeting with a specially trained Hospice Volunteer for support as you grieve. Call us for more information.
Telephone Bereavement Support
In the early days of grief, individuals may need someone to talk with about their loss. Hospice volunteers are available to support bereaved individuals by offering compassionate, non-judgmental listening on the telephone. Telephone calls are made over a one-year period.
Volunteers offer emotional and practical support and information to family members.
One to One Client Support
Hospice volunteers offer practical and emotional support and companionship for the journey, whether it is at home, in the hospital or in a long-term care facility such as McKinney Place, Sunnybank or Mariposa Gardens. Volunteers may read to the client, listen to their concerns, share mutual interests, or simply provide a silent presence. Volunteers provide both practical and emotional support for Palliative Care Clients and their families and friends.
SCDP and SHINE
The program is offered to people living with a serious or life-limiting illness, loneliness, isolation or living with dementia. The SCDP -Supportive Care Day Program and “SHINE “ - Supporting Healthy Interactive Needs Of Elders are a combined program. We support you in a safe and home-like environment as you face new challenges. Our goal is to help you live as fully as possible. The program is on Thursdays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Pre-registration is required. We serve a nutritious lunch, provide entertainment and activities, and celebrate special occasions.
Wellness Check-in Calls
The Wellness Check-in Program is DVHS’s response to COVID-19. Hospice volunteers are matched with clients within the communities of OK Falls, Oliver and Osoyoos who are either living in retirement residences or their own homes. Volunteers call to “check-in”, providing connection, audio-socialization, relieve anxiety, give information on community and healthcare resources.
Respite Services
Volunteers provide family and primary caregivers with a brief respite or pause, usually 2-4 hours, from their care giving responsibilities. This gives caregivers an opportunity to undertake activities which might otherwise have to be forgone. Even short breaks for activities such as a walk, trip to the store, haircut, or social activity can provide the necessary downtime to re-energize a caregiver. Remember, care givers require support too!
End of Life Vigils
Hospice Volunteers may be requested on short notice to provide one-on-one support for a client during his or her final hours or
support to a family members during this difficult time.
Grief and Bereavement Support
Volunteers provide grief and bereavement support to the family members of clients. We offer one-to-one grief support. This program consists of meeting with a specially trained Hospice Volunteer for support as you grieve. Call us for more information.
Telephone Bereavement Support
In the early days of grief, individuals may need someone to talk with about their loss. Hospice volunteers are available to support bereaved individuals by offering compassionate, non-judgmental listening on the telephone. Telephone calls are made over a one-year period.
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If you or a loved one could benefit from our services, please contact:
DVHS Volunteer Program Director
250-495-1590 ext. 103
DVHS Volunteer Program Director
250-495-1590 ext. 103