Volunteer

Financial gifts are not the only way to give to The Foundation. At Lake Charles Memorial Health System, volunteers are a vital part of the healthcare system. Established in 1968, the mission of the volunteers is to render service to the health system and its patients by assisting in promoting the health and welfare of the community, in accordance with the objectives established by the health system.

Volunteers provide both tangible and intangible services to the hospital and its patients – one that is impossible to put a price tag on. Some of the ways they assist is by visiting with patients and families, delivering reading materials, staffing the information desk, serving surgery families, ICU and general waiting rooms, assisting in the gift shop, and working behind the scenes to support every department.

The Foundation offers volunteering opportunities to all ages – beginning at 18 years old – as well as a Junior Volunteer Program for high school students during the summer.

Volunteers are a valuable resource to our hospitals, providing intangible and tangible services that are difficult to put a price tag on. How do you measure a smile, a caring word or a thoughtful service? The Lake Charles Memorial Health System Volunteers are an association of volunteers who serve the hospital, the patients and the community in countless ways.
They assist the hospitals by:

• Assisting at hospital health events
• Assisting patients at kiosk check-in stations
  and waiting areas
• Assisting with fundraisers for scholarships
• Decorating public spaces for holiday seasons
• Greeting patients, families, and guests
• Helping in the gift shops
• Supporting departments with specific tasks or
  projects
• Volunteering at the front lobby information desk
  and assist with wayfinding

While there is no monetary reward, it takes a special person to give their time and compassion to those in need of healing. Your true reward will be the feeling of selflessness knowing that you are helping patients and their families during a time when they may feel helpless and dependent on others.

How to Join

The Volunteers are comprised of those 18 years of age and older, of all backgrounds and abilities. A desire to serve people in the community is the main requirement. Complete the application to apply for membership or call our Volunteer office.

You will be interviewed to determine your interests, talents and availability for volunteer work. After your orientation and training, you will work with experienced volunteers until you become comfortable with your assignments. Then, your volunteer schedule will be arranged to meet your needs and the needs of those you will be serving.

Complete the interest form below and email to volunteerservices@lcmh.com or mail to Lake Charles Memorial Health System, Volunteer Services Department, 1701 Oak Park Blvd., Lake Charles, LA 70601.

To learn more, view our volunteer brochure, or reach out to Volunteer Services at 337.494.3213 or volunteerservices@lcmh.com.