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Volunteer at Levindale

Help provide patients with the compassionate, high-quality care they need and deserve as a LifeBridge Health volunteer.

Make A Difference

Levindale has earned national recognition for its commitment to providing a wide range of services while addressing the special needs of the elderly. Equally important is Levindale's concern for the residents' quality of life. Levindale is proud of its efforts to bring plants, pets, children and fun into the everyday life of its residents.

 

Volunteers play a vital role in helping to make this possible. Their skills, concern and compassion help enrich the lives of Levindale's patients and allow the health care team to deliver patient care more efficiently and effectively.

A volunteer helping a patient

Why volunteer?

Your work has a direct impact on those you serve. Though you will not earn money, you will gain the satisfaction of giving your time and talent to help patients and staff at a busy hospital.

 

The benefits of volunteering include:

  • Sharing your skills, or learning new ones
  • Connecting with people
  • Learning about health care careers
  • Finding a sense of purpose
  • Improving your health from staying active
  • Increasing your happiness

What can volunteers do?

Sinai Hospital has many opportunities to get involved. Whether you want to work behind the scenes or interact with patients, there's a job that fits you and your schedule.

 

Here’s a sampling of volunteer opportunities:

  • Therapeutic recreation assistants
  • Friendly visitors
  • Gift Cart volunteers
  • Book-mobile volunteers
  • Spiritual support volunteers
  • Horticulture Therapy assistants

Adult Volunteer Program

If you or someone you know is interested in volunteering at Levindale, you can easily apply online or pick up a form at the front desk in our main lobby. Please note that all volunteers must undergo tuberculosis (TB) testing, receive a flu shot and agree to a background check.

Junior Volunteer Programs

Levindale hosts an active junior volunteer program, a year-round opportunity for young people. Junior volunteers gain experience and education in a variety of health care professions. Student service learning hours can be also accumulated.

Levindale Auxiliary

Since 1899, the Levindale Auxiliary has been a vital service organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of the elderly and disabled at Levindale. The Auxiliary is committed to helping to humanize institutional care. Members go beyond the scope of the excellent medical services provided and address the emotional, psychological and spiritual needs of residents, patients and clients. They provide funding to promote companionship, cultural stimulation and mechanisms, which enable the elderly to maintain their dignity and quality of life.

Contact the Auxiliary

For more information or to get involved with the Levindale Auxiliary, call 410-601-2378, or email us at: