The Watchman Program

Faith-based congregations play a vital role in our community providing spiritual care, social interaction, and various levels of support. Hospice care is an extension of the churches’ roles and recognizes religious congregations as the cornerstone for service delivery to the community.

The Watchman Program, offered through Hospice & Community Care, is a further extension of the ministries provided by churches and Hospice & Community Care and is being successfully utilized in many diverse congregations and communities in our area.

What is a Watchman?

Through the Watchman Program, Hospice & Community Care trains Watchman volunteers to serve as liaisons with their churches and communities. Watchmen aid in identifying and communicating needs and help to educate others about end of life issues and hospice services. By being trained volunteers of Hospice & Community Care, Watchmen are able to share knowledge and information about all aspects of the Hospice way of caring for life.

Coming from diverse churches, community groups, civic organizations, clubs, colleges, and businesses located in various geographical areas served by Hospice & Community Care, these volunteers regularly meet together to gain valuable information and to better equip themselves for their
volunteer roles.

Watchman Volunteers

Watchmen are able to communicate Hospice & Community Care events and services to their churches and communities,schedule educational programs, recruit new volunteers, answer questionsabout services provided by Hospice & Community Care, raise awareness by serving on smaller Watchman Teams, and to utilize their interests and abilities in various volunteer capacities. Volunteers distinguish Hospice & Community Care from traditional health care.For additional information on The Watchman Program call 803-329-1500 or e-mail info@hospicecommunitycare.org.

 

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> Read more about the Watchman Prayer Shawl Ministry.

To learn how you can contribute your skills or be a part of this ministry, call 803-329-1500 or e-mail info@hospicecommunitycare.org.