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September 9
Ben spoke with Nicki Tempesta of Central Coast Hospice Volunteer Services regarding upcoming training sessions to become a hospice volunteer.
Central Coast Hospice Volunteer Services
Volunteer Training
Thursday, October 2nd, 9th and 16th 9am-4pm in San Luis Obispo
No charge for the class; preregistration and interviews are required
For more information call (805) 540-6020 and ask to speak with Nicki in Volunteer Services or email nicolette.tempesta@cchh08.com
July 30
Tony (Chief) Gonzales and his wife Kori discussed the 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s/Alzheimer’s Association. Click below for more information.
2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Waller Park, Santa Maria
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