For many in our community, family members or others they would normally turn to for support may be miles away. They feel isolated and alone. Or they may be afraid to depend too heavily on relatives, friends, or neighbors. Often, well-intentioned friends and family are grappling with their own grief or are uncomfortable discussing the difficult issues of illness and death.
Friends can meet clients at a time and place of mutual convenience.
They complete an intensive training, and are supervised by professional therapists. Throughout their tenure, they are provided with continuing opportunities for education and support through in-service trainings, workshops, and monthly volunteer meetings.