Awaken To One Alliance

Cosmic Particles - Kathelena

Earlier this year I began spending time as a Hospice volunteer. It’s a wonderful program, and after about 9 months of being involved in it you’d think I’d be writing about what an amazing and beautiful experience it has been. And it has! But that’s not what has captured my attention.

Even as far back as my initial training for this volunteer effort, I was struck by how much emphasis the Hospice staff puts on treating people with dignity and respect. The focus is on supporting, comforting, listening to, enjoying, appreciating, loving, and honoring the clients and their families. What an awesome way to treat people! So uplifting! I have total permission to go into my clients’ home or room – people for whom I am a complete stranger! – and simply love them…(more)