title: Volunteer services.
abstract: Hospice volunteers can be the link between professional staff and members of a family suffering the impending loss of a loved one. By helping with practical needs and providing emotional support, volunteers may serve a crucial role in the healing of the grieving family.
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Craig
mesh_terms: D017051:Hospice Care; D006801:Humans; D007587:Job Description; D011368:Professional-Family Relations; D014481:United States; D014838:Volunteers; D000078329:Workforce