Volunteer at MCH
Make a difference. Connect with your community.

Volunteers play an important role at Memorial Community Hospital. Whether you’re looking to give back, meet new people, gain experience in healthcare, or simply share your time and talents, there are many ways to make a difference at MCH.

Volunteer Opportunities

Patient & Visitor Support

Help make every visit a little easier.

Volunteers provide a friendly face, helpful directions, and companionship to patients and visitors throughout MCH.

Opportunities may include:

• Lobby Greeter – Welcome patients and visitors, answer general questions, and provide directions.
• Wayfinding & Escort Services – Help patients and visitors reach their destination within the hospital or clinics.
• Patient Companion – Spend time with patients through conversation, reading, games, movies, and other activities.
• Infusion Companion – Provide conversation and companionship to patients during infusion treatments.
• Specialty Clinic Support – Help patients navigate registration and check-in at the Blair Specialty Clinic.

Therapeutic & Recreational Support

Bring comfort, connection, and a little joy to someone’s day.

• Healing Garden Volunteer – Help care for the Healing Garden and assist with special projects.
• Healing Garden Train Operator – Help operate and maintain the garden’s train display during designated times and events.

Administrative & Behind-the-Scenes Support

Make a difference behind the scenes.

Not every volunteer opportunity involves direct patient interaction. Volunteers can also provide valuable support to MCH departments.

• Dietary Department Assistant – Help prepare and organize patient menus.
• Event & Activity Preparation – Help assemble materials, packets, and supplies for educational programs, events, and other hospital activities.

Community & Special Events

Help MCH care for our community beyond our walls.

• Blood Drives – Help greet and register donors and assist with event logistics.
• Community Events – Support health fairs, educational programs, outreach activities, and other community events.
• Special Events – Assist with registration, setup, hospitality, and other needs during MCH events and celebrations.

Don’t see the perfect fit? Let us know about your interests, skills, and availability. Volunteer opportunities continue to grow and may vary throughout the year.

Why Volunteer at MCH?

There’s more than one reason to volunteer.

Volunteering at MCH is an opportunity to:

• Make a meaningful difference for patients and families
• Give back to your community
• Meet new people and build connections
• Share your talents and interests
• Gain exposure to a healthcare environment
• Stay active and engaged
• Support local healthcare

Who Can Volunteer?

MCH welcomes individuals who want to give back and make a difference for our patients and community. Volunteer opportunities are matched based on your interests, availability, and current hospital needs.

All volunteers must:

• Be at least 16 years old; some patient care roles require volunteers to be 18 or older
• Complete a volunteer application and required screening
• Meet applicable health and immunization requirements
• Complete orientation and required training

Volunteer placement is based on available opportunities and successful completion of MCH’s screening requirements.

How to Become a Volunteer

Ready to Get Involved?

1. Apply
Complete our Volunteer Application and tell us a little about yourself, your interests, and when you’re available and submit to Coartney DiGiorgio at cdigiorgio@mchhs.org.

2. Let’s Talk
We’ll connect with you to learn more about what you’re looking for and discuss opportunities that may be a good fit.

3. Complete Requirements
Depending on your volunteer role, you’ll complete the appropriate screening, orientation, and training.

4. Start Making a Difference
Once everything is complete, we’ll help you get started in your volunteer role.

Ready to get started?

Click the button below to download and complete the MCH Volunteer Application.

To learn more about volunteer opportunities, please contact:

Coartney DiGiorgio
(402) 426-1464
cdigiorgio@mchhs.org