Volunteer Opportunity Details:

Have you ever had a child in the hospital? Would you like to support family members who do? We are looking for Volunteers who can spend time with families on the Pediatric Unit of the Medical Center Campus. This is a unique opportunity to interact with and support parents who have children on the Pediatric Unit.

Understanding of the needs of parents with children in a hospital.

This opportunity is sponsored by: Fletcher Allen Health Care

We need volunteers who are free at these times Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Morning X X X X X X X Afternoon X X X X X X X Evening X X X X X X X Weekly This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers Adults (26-54) Individual Adults (55+) Young Adults (18-25) Volunteers will work with the following groups Adults (26-54) Young Adults (18-25) Families / Parents This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests Health We are looking for volunteers with the following skills Caregiver Health Care Counseling / Information Support

Contact Person: Louise Rocheleau, Coordinator Of Volunteer Services, (802) 847-3064, (email) View all agency contacts

Address:

111 Colchester Ave., Mod B - Level 1 Burlington, VT 05401 (See a map)

Directions:

From Interstate 89 take Exit 14 W and follow the blue hospital signs (H). Our underground parking garage is located on the south side of the facility off of Williston Road. Once in the garage take an elevator to the 3rd floor and ask for directions and a map at the Information Desk. From Route 2 or 7, follow the blue hospital sign(H)to 111 Colchester Avenue and then follow the signage for visitor parking.   Nearest Bus Stop: At Fletcher Allen, 0 minute walk

Details where opportunity can also be performed

This opportunity can also be performed in these locations:

Zip codes:

05401

Miscellaneous Information

The volunteer is supervised by
	Louise Rocheleau
Does the volunteer supervise others?
	No
Number of volunteers needed:
	1 Per 4-hour Shift - 7 Days A Week
Minimum number of hours required (specify per day, week, month, project)
	4 Hours
The minimum age for a volunteer is
	18
What is the minimum age for youth or youth group volunteers with an adult?
	18
Is parking available?
	Yes
Is there a cost for parking?
	No
Does the agency reimbuse volunteers for parking?
	No
Does the agency provide meals for volunteers?
	Yes
Is this volunteer site accessible for those with physical disabilities?
	Accessible with limitations
Is this opportunity appropriate for court-ordered service?
	No
What screening procedures are required?
	Application, Interview (phone or in-person), References, Background Check (VCIC, DAD, SRS, FBI), Confidentiality Statement
Additional screening procedures required
	Initial TB testing provided by Fletcher Allen 1 1/2 hour Volunteer Orientation
Is this opportunity appropriate for a home-bound volunteer?
	No
Is a supervisor readily available to answer volunteers questions?
	Yes
The volunteer work takes place in this county:
	Chittenden County

Last updated on March 9, 2009