January 6, 2026
DENTON — Compass will be offering a one day training session for any individuals interested in becoming a patient care volunteer.
The training session is scheduled for 8:30am to 4:30pm on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. The training will be held at the Caroline Chamber's Conference room located at 108 Market St. in Denton, MD. Volunteers provide company for patients, relieve the primary caregiver for a short period of time, assist with administration duties, and/or grief services. Compass is also seeking Veteran volunteers to assist with our We Honor Veterans program.
“Most often, patient volunteers give companionship to patients by reading, playing cards, or just watching television with them. They also give caregivers a chance to have a much-needed break to tend to other responsibilities.” said Jessica Sheubrooks, Volunteer Manager at Compass. Volunteers provide the added support that our patients and families need during what can be an overwhelming time.
Topics taught during the training will include an overview of hospice, the process of dying, spiritual care and its place in hospice care, the stages of grief, effective communication techniques, family dynamics, stress management and self-care for caregivers.
Compass relies on more than 200 volunteers of all ages to support its mission, and these individuals volunteer their time in a variety of ways. In addition to patient care volunteers, Compass is currently seeking volunteers for Compass Closet (formerly Estate Treasures), their upscale resale shop on Kent Island whose proceeds help cover uncompensated patient care. Whatever your motivation to volunteer, there is a place for you at Compass.
To register or find out more information about becoming a volunteer for Compass, please visit our website: www.compassregionalhospice.org. The registration link can be found on Compass’s volunteer training page. You may also contact Jessica Sheubrooks at jsheubrooks@compassregionalhospice.org or 443-262-6045.
Media Contact:
Hayley Greenwood, Media and Communications Coordinator
443-262-4100, ext. 177
hgreenwood@compassregionalhospice.org
