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TUESDAY, April 5, 2011 4 Pages VOLUNTEER PROFILES Local men contribute time and energy to non-profit organizations PAGE 2 BECOME A VOLUNTEER There are lots of opportunities to volunteer in the community PAGE 4 SALUTE TO VOLUNTEERS Volunteers are on a mission at Georgetown Hospital By JANICE COWEN Coordinator Volunteer Services Halton Healthcare Services Volunteers are an important part of the healthcare team at Georgetown Hospital. In addition to working directly with patients on the units and outpatient programs, they also support many nonpatient care services including the information desk and south greeter as well as fundraising through the gift shop, coffee kiosk, HELPP Lottery, raffles and special events. "The Georgetown Hospital Volunteer Association's (GHVA) mission is to raise funds for the hospital and to provide care, comfort and services to patients, visitors, family and staff," said Marie Carney, GHVA President. "So when Halton Healthcare Services approached the GHVA for funds to help offset the costs of a CT Scanner and re-development plans to the Emergency and Diagnostic Imaging departments at the hospital, there was no doubt in our minds that we would help." "The GHVA has really stepped up to the plate to help with our expansion plans," said Cindy McDonell, Georgetown Hospital Chief Operating Officer. "Their five-year commitment to raise $50,000 annually is truly outstanding, and it demonstrates their determination and devotion to our community hospital." "There are close to 150 volunteers at the hospital, and there's always room for more," says Janice Cowen. "This is a great opportunity to really become part of a dynamic group of volunteers who really do make a difference in the community." The GHVA is currently recruiting volunteers for the Gift Shop and Coffee Kiosk, Diagnostic Imaging, Complex Continuing Care and Worship Service. In addition high school students are encourGeorgetown Hospital Volunteer Association president Marie Carney (seated) is surrounded by some of the many volunteers who look after visitors, staff and patients at the hospital. Volunteers include (from left) Pat Harris, Dorothy Collier and Sid Clark. Photos by Ted Brown Special pullout section Georgetown Hospital Volunteers Pat Harris (left) and association president Marie Carney, display some of the many toys that are available in the gift shop at the hospital, including the popular `I was born at Georgetown Hospital' Teddy Bears and T-shirts. aged to apply for after school placements. The GHVA Board of Directors has openings for a Secretary, Director of Special Events and a Vice Treasurer. To print an application or contact the Volunteer Coordinator, please visit www. haltonhealthcare.com or call 905-8730111 ext. 8153. Georgetown Hospital Volunteer Dorothy Collier is in charge of coffee sales at the gift shop in the hospital, making her a very popular woman. One Person Can Make a Difference Thanks to to all all our volunteers at OTMH! Thanks our volunteers at GH! During National National Volunteer Volunteer Appreciation April 10 ­ 16, the OakvilleTrafalgar Memorial During AppreciationWeek, Week, April 10 ­ 16, Georgetown Hospital wouldHospital like to would like to thank all of our wonderful volunteers for their hard work and dedication throughout the year. thank all of our wonderful volunteers for their hard Approximately 700 dedicated men, women work and dedication throughout the year. and youth help make a difference each day as they regularly contribute their time and talents to direct and indirect patient care, behind Close to 150 dedicated men, women and youth help the scenes support, fundraising, and leadership roles all in make a difference each day as they contribute their support of the hospital. time and talents to direct and indirect patient care, In addition, the Oakville Hospital Volunteer Association behind the scenes support, fundraising, and take on is actively raising funds toward their $3 million pledge for the leadership roles all in support of the hospital. New Oakville Hospital. Thank you to our amazing volunteers as we celebrate all they contribute to our hospital. Call: 905-873-0111 ext. 8153 jcowen@haltonhealthcare.on.ca Call · 9053384643 Email: Email · lparente@haltonhealthcare.on.ca Log on to · www.haltonhealthcare.com Log on to: www.haltonhealthcare.com