VHOCC Volunteer Hospice of Clallam County

VHOCC Volunteer Hospice of Clallam County VHOCC offers compassionate care for the terminally ill, their caregivers and families since 1978.

The mission of Volunteer Hospice of Clallam County is to provide physical, emotional and spiritual support to terminally ill patients and their families with free around the clock registered nursing availability and trained volunteers. This support enables patients to live out their final days as fully and comfortably as possible. Ongoing grief support services are also offered to the families and to anyone in the community who has experienced the death of a loved one. Since its inception in 1978, all services have been provided free of charge to patients and their families; VHOCC does not bill any government agency for its services.

A big shout out to Mark Schwartz and Benefit. They raised $1,400 for us during their 2025 benefit.Photo courtesy of App...
10/26/2025

A big shout out to Mark Schwartz and Benefit. They raised $1,400 for us during their 2025 benefit.

Photo courtesy of Applestock. VHOCC volunteer Pauline W. greets attendees with a smile at VHOCC's booth.

“Boundaries: Caring for Yourself While Caring for Others,” VHOCC’s next installment in its Soul Care Speaker Series, is ...
10/25/2025

“Boundaries: Caring for Yourself While Caring for Others,” VHOCC’s next installment in its Soul Care Speaker Series, is scheduled online Wednesday, Nov. 12, from noon to 1:30 p.m.

Jonathan Prescott, the founder of Wise Caregiving, is an ordained student of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh and has served as a chaplain in hospice, cancer care and hospital settings. During the session, he will focus on boundaries as tools to help caregivers protect themselves while connecting more deeply with others; as acts of compassion for patients and caregivers; and as a way to renew perspectives on human interactions.

Prescott studied at The Mountain Lamp Community, the Metta Institute and the Zen Hospice Project. He offers workshops and retreats to help caregivers become more openhearted, effective and joyful. He also wrote “The Road to Freedom: Learning to Drive with Joy and Kindness.”

To register, visit volunteerhospice.org or call 360-452-1511.

For more information about VHOCC, visit its website, volunteerhospice.org.

VHOCC’s Speaker Series and other Soul Care programs are supported by the Albert and Helen Mangan Fund.

Estate planning isn’t really about paperwork, it’s about love.When you take time to write down your wishes, you give you...
10/24/2025

Estate planning isn’t really about paperwork, it’s about love.

When you take time to write down your wishes, you give your family a lasting gift: clarity, comfort, and peace of mind.

A will can carry your values as much as your valuables, the lessons you’ve lived, the memories you’ve cherished, and the stories you hope will continue.

Start with a simple question: What do I want my loved ones to know, even when I’m no longer here to say it?

That’s where every meaningful plan begins.

Getting started with estate planning can be easier than you think.A few simple steps today can bring lasting peace of mi...
10/23/2025

Getting started with estate planning can be easier than you think.

A few simple steps today can bring lasting peace of mind tomorrow:

• List your assets and important documents
• Choose your personal representative
• Decide on guardians for minors or pets
• Talk to an estate-planning attorney
• Keep your plan in a safe place

Information available from the American Bar Association can help guide you: https://www.americanbar.org/groups/real_property_trust_estate/resources/estate-planning/

Estate planning isn’t just about after you’re gone, it’s also about care during your lifetime.Tools like durable powers ...
10/22/2025

Estate planning isn’t just about after you’re gone, it’s also about care during your lifetime.

Tools like durable powers of attorney and advance health care directives protect you if you’re ever unable to make decisions yourself

Talk with loved ones now and document your wishes for medical care and end-of-life support.

Don't forget to join us tomorrow at Port Angeles Senior & Community Center , 328 E. 7th St, for a panel discussion on le...
10/22/2025

Don't forget to join us tomorrow at Port Angeles Senior & Community Center , 328 E. 7th St, for a panel discussion on legal wills and ethical will from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The talk will delve into leaving behind values, wishes and legacy as well as assets and communicating end-of-life wishes.

The discussion is free and open to the public.

It is National Estate Planning Awareness Week!Planning your estate isn’t just for the wealthy — it’s about making sure y...
10/21/2025

It is National Estate Planning Awareness Week!

Planning your estate isn’t just for the wealthy — it’s about making sure your wishes are honored, your loved ones are protected, and your community continues to benefit from the causes you care about.

Whether you’re starting from scratch or updating your will, the peace of mind is priceless.

Learn the basics: https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/investing/estate-planning/estate-planning

This week, VHOCC celebrates those who plan today to make tomorrow easier for the people they love.

Volunteer Hospice of Clallam County (VHOCC) is hosting in-person volunteer orientations for those interested in learning...
10/21/2025

Volunteer Hospice of Clallam County (VHOCC) is hosting in-person volunteer orientations for those interested in learning more about or volunteering with the organization.

The first session is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 4, at 11 a.m. at a location in Sequim to be disclosed at the time of registration. A second orientation will be held Wednesday, Nov. 5, at VHOCC offices, 829 E. 8th St., also at 11 a.m.

Registration for both sessions is required by calling 360-452-1511 or emailing reception@vhocc.org.

Volunteers serve in a variety of roles such as front desk receptionist, in the organization’s lending closet or delivering medical equipment to patients’ homes. They can also serve at the bedside of hospice patients or offer grief support and spiritual care or handle various tasks in the office or at fundraising events. We especially need volunteers for equipment delivery, flyer distribution, and helping the public in the lending closet.

To learn more about the nonprofit, call the organization at 360-452-1511, or visit its website at volunteerhospice.org.

A HUGE thank you to all of the volunteers (Andrea, Camilla, Christian, Colleen, Daniel, Deb, Hayley, John, Linda P., Lin...
10/14/2025

A HUGE thank you to all of the volunteers (Andrea, Camilla, Christian, Colleen, Daniel, Deb, Hayley, John, Linda P., Linda W., Mike, Patrick, Penney, Tara, Tammy, Shelly, & Susie) who helped with the Crab Festival Merchandise Booth this past weekend.

You are wonderful to work with, and we so appreciate the time you gave to make the booth a success!

Today, Oct. 11, is World Hospice and Palliative Care Day, a global day of awareness and action to honor compassionate c...
10/11/2025

Today, Oct. 11, is World Hospice and Palliative Care Day, a global day of awareness and action to honor compassionate care at the end of life.

The 2025 theme is “Achieving the Promise: Universal Access to Palliative Care.” At VHOCC, we live this promise every day.

For more than 40 years, our community has ensured that anyone facing serious illness and end of life receives care, regardless of income, insurance, or background. We provide professional nursing, equipment lending, grief support, and education at no cost to patients, families, the government, or anyone.

In many areas, palliative care remains out of reach. But here, thanks to Rose Crumb’s vision and our supportive community, hospice and palliative care is a reality.

Join us in celebrating those who bring comfort and dignity when it matters most: our nurses, volunteers, families, and supporters.

Learn more or get involved: https://volunteerhospice.org/

VHOCC and Port Angeles Senior & Community Center join forces to present a panel discussion on legal wills and ethical wi...
10/09/2025

VHOCC and Port Angeles Senior & Community Center join forces to present a panel discussion on legal wills and ethical wills on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Port Angeles Senior & Community Center, 328 E. 7th St., in Port Angeles.

The talk will go into what one leaves behind when one dies -- not just assets and possessions, but values, wishes and legacies. It will also address the who, what, when and how of communications that ensure end-of-life wishes are known.

The panel will include attorney Ruth Mollinet, hospice chaplain Mike Milward and retired attorneys Ted Ripley and Dawn Wolff.

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