Appropriate training is provided for each volunteer position. For those interested in working directly with clients a training requirement is the completion of the agency's 40-hour Community Awareness Workshop, which is offered in April and October each year. Other volunteers are welcome to attend. Due to the confidentiality of our clients, we also require volunteers working directly with clients to submit information so that we may conduct state and federal background checks. A Release of Information form will be required. As per agency policy, all potential and current volunteers who have or are receiving services at The LeeShore Center must discontinue volunteering until six (6) months have lapsed from the last date of service. We like to show recognition and our thanks to our volunteers through our quarterly newsletter and other venues.