Adult hospital volunteers (18 and over) make an ongoing commitment to support the hospital through acts of service. Our hospital volunteers assist in many departments throughout Gillette, offering support to staff, patients and families.
Because extensive training is required to volunteer in a hospital, we consider applicants who meet certain requirements. All hospital volunteers must:
- Commit to volunteering 2-4 hours every week
- Commit to volunteering for at least 100 hours
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Be comfortable interacting with children who have disabilities
Volunteers interact with patients and families in a variety of ways. Some of our opportunities include:
- Evening activities: Assist with providing fun evening group activities for patients staying overnight in the hospital. Activities might include crafts, parties, movie nights and more! (Weekday evenings from 6 – 8 p.m.)
- Surgery waiting room assistance: Greet families in our warm, welcoming, child-friendly surgery waiting room. Assist families, offer directions and help, as needed. Our waiting room is busy and families appreciate the help! (Weekdays during daytime hours only.)
- Play date: Entertain children in the hospital by playing games, playing with toys, reading books or just being a friendly face! (Weekdays during daytime hours.)
- Therapy dog teams: Bring your certified therapy dog to visit Gillette patients and make them smile! Various shifts are available. Dogs must be currently certified through Pet Partners.
- Rehabilitation therapies: This opportunity is perfect for physical or occupational therapy students or those thinking about careers in rehabilitation therapies. Assist with setting up therapy sessions and other department support (Weekdays during daytime hours.)
