According to a University of Michigan study, doing regular volunteer work, more than any other activity, dramatically increases life expectancy. Research shows that volunteering increases energy and self-esteem, as well as bolsters your immune system and overall vitality, and is literally and figuratively good for your heart.
Volunteers at St. Mary's Medical Center are critical to the operation of the center. Without the more than 40,000 volunteer hours donated each year, the center would not be able to provide some essential services and programs. That's one of the reasons why volunteers find their work so satisfying. Our goal for anyone who volunteers is to enjoy what they are doing. If you are looking for a way to become involved in a gratifying service by contributing your time, energy and skills, we invite you to share in the fellowship, friendship and celebration of achievements that come from giving.
Something for Everyone
Volunteer Services encourages new members to share their unique talents in ways that may be new to the center. The diverse areas of volunteer opportunities allow members to match their skills with the many openings throughout the center. Some volunteers choose areas that relate to what they do or used to do for a living. Others choose areas that are totally new challenges for them. Either way, Volunteer Services works hard to help volunteers find the perfect position for them. We'll be flexible with your schedule and we'll prepare you for any duties and make them as fulfilling and enjoyable as possible.
Opportunities
We offer you a number of opportunities to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Positions are available in a number of patient-related and non-patient related activities. Patient-related activities range from assisting with feeding patients to support in visitor waiting rooms and clinical departments to transporting patients between departments within the center.
With regard to non-patient related activities, volunteers provide critical services at our Information Desk by managing the patient information line and escorting patients and visitors to services within the center.
These positions mentioned above are only a few of the many activities you can select. We can offer you opportunities for meeting new people and building new friendships, learning new skills and enjoying the personal rewards of making a difference in the lives of others.
How to Participate
Our volunteers are eager to meet you, hear what you want to do, get you started and watch you enjoy the pleasures of giving.
You may download the application here or fill out the form below for further information.