Hospice

I started Hospice training last week - so that I could work in people's homes who are terminally ill in respite. This is to give the caregiver a break (rest) for up to 4 hours per week.

I was very nervous to start the training, probably more nervous than giving away a kidney.

But what I wasn't prepared for was the sense of fulfillment I got from 3 days of training. I am SO looking forward to meeting my first client (patient) - I feel I have so much to give back.

The training was good, but very emotionally draining. An exercise we did, role playing, a movie we watched.

I know, I KNOW, deep in my heart that this is going to be a good thing for me, all part of my spiritual journey. But it's not just about me and what this will do for me... it's more about what I can do for someone else. I feel that I have so much to offer - maybe not for everyone, but for someone...

I have learned so much in my life's journey and maybe I can share a little bit with someone else - or just take the burden of end-of-life stresses off someone else.

more to follow...