Mission Statement Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area (HVWA) is a non-profit organization founded in 1980 that serves 27 communities in Central Maine. It exists to provide non-medical support to individuals and their families during the last phases of life, to loved ones throughout the grieving process, and to educate the community regarding issues related to death and grieving. Bereavement services are available to anyone who has sustained loss either through illness or unexpectedly. HVWA is volunteer based and community funded. WHO WE ARE Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area is a non-profit organization founded in 1980 and serving 27 communities in Central Maine: Albion, Belgrade, Benton, Burnham, China, Clinton, Fairfield, Fairfield Center, Freedom, Hinckley, Mercer, Mt. Vernon, Oakland, Palermo, Rome, Shawmut, Sidney, Smithfield, South China, Thorndike, Troy, Unity, Vassalboro, Vienna, Waterville and Winslow WHAT WE DO We provide non-medical support to individuals and their families during the last phases of life, and support to loved ones throughout the grieving process. We also educate the community regarding issues related to death and grieving. HOW YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE As a 501(c)3 nonprofit, we depend on the generous support of our community. Whether you are interested in making a financial contribution, or in volunteering in our hospice program or in our resale store, you can make a difference!