Calling all good Samaritans!
Looking for a way to become more involved in the community and help others? Volunteers play a vital role as part of our healthcare team as they provide personal attention and information to visitors and patients who pass through our doors. Make a difference in as little as a few hours a month. Must be 16 to apply. Volunteer positions are available at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center - West Burlington and Fort Madison campuses, and Henry County Health Center in Mount Pleasant.
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Ways to volunteer
A few ways our volunteers contribute their time and talents to making Southeast Iowa a healthier, happier place.
Information desk
Volunteers at the Information Desk provide the first, friendly face to visitors who come through the main entrance at our three hospital locations in Fort Madison, Mount Pleasant, and West Burlington. They escort those unfamiliar with our facility and deliver floral arrangements and cards around the campuses.
Gift shop
Individuals spend a few hours a month assisting customers with purchases of gift items, apparel, home decor, flowers, cards, and more.
Lifeline
Lifeline, a service of Friends of HCHC since 1984, is a personal medical emergency response system that allows clients the independence to stay in their homes longer than might otherwise be possible. The client wears a button or necklace to press if help is needed. Volunteers are needed to assist with the installation and maintenance of the units, as well as teach new subscribers how to use them.
Patient/family ambassadors
Patient/family ambassadors provide a high-impact volunteer service to patients and their families. Working as part of a team to improve customer service and go beyond the expectations of the patients and families; these volunteers work to provide a five-star experience to our patients and their families. Every patient, every time.
Patient & Family Advisory Council (PFAC)
At Great River Health, patients and families aren’t just cared for — they’re partners in shaping care. By joining our Patient & Family Advisory Council (PFAC), you’ll turn your experiences into action, helping improve care for patients and families not only today, but in the future. Click here to learn more.
SHIIP
Volunteers are trained to help Iowans enroll in or make changes to their Medicare plans. The state’s Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) is a free, confidential service that provides unbiased information to help people make decisions about Medicare and other health coverage.
SHIIP counselors help clients:
- Enroll in and understand Medicare
- Enroll in and understand Medicare supplements, including Part D prescription drug coverage
- Sign up for Social Security benefits
- Qualify for free and reduced drug plans from pharmaceutical companies
- Qualify for low-income assistance from Medicare and Medicaid
Virtual
Virtual volunteers do so much to make a difference with our patients without having to leave your home. There are several ways to participate, such as:
- Crocheting/knitting lap blankets for Klein Center Nursing Home
- Sewing Prayer shawls for anyone needing comfort
- Sewing quilts for Hospice patients
- Sewing small pillowcases for a comfort pillow given to any patient needing extra comfort
- Sewing "ouch pouch" for women who have mastectomy surgery
- Sewing walker or wheelchair bags and adult dining scarves for Klein Center Nursing Home and Inpatient Rehabilitation Units.
Find upcoming volunteer trainings on our events calendar.
Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center Auxiliary
Comprised of volunteers passionate about making a difference in individual's lives and healthcare at large, our Auxiliary strives to brighten patient's days and fundraise for healthcare scholarships.
The Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center Auxiliary members volunteer throughout the hospital, as well as raise funds to support hospital projects and provide scholarships. Each year, the Auxiliary awards scholarships to students who are pursuing health-related careers. Auxiliary members volunteer their time in the hospital gift shop, as well, with all proceeds used to support the Auxiliary's projects and scholarships.
Friends of Henry County Health Center
The HCHC Auxiliary was formed in 1962, transitioning its name in 2017 to Friends of Henry County Health Center. Friends of HCHC promotes the mission of Henry County Health Center through activities, programs, and fundraising. Friends of HCHC also sponsors a scholarship program to offer financial assistance to students enrolled in a healthcare field of study. For more information about Friends of HCHC and how to become a member, click Friends of HCHC.