Neshoba General Is Always There.
Who Can Volunteer?
Each of our volunteers give from their heart to serve our patients and visitors. A volunteer can be anyone over the age of 18 with a desire to meet the needs of others. We have retirees, students, and people who wish to donate their time to help others. All are from various backgrounds and each brings their own special experiences and willing heart.
What We Do:
The Neshoba Volunteer Program serves the hospital, the patients, and the community in innumerable ways. We comfort nursing home residents who are alone, deliver flowers and cards, welcome and escort visitors. Our Volunteers offer smiles, helping hands, caring words and thoughtful services. They give comnfort and compassion to patients and families. They help at health events, such as annual flu shot clinics or health fairs.
Volunteer Benefits:
Some of the benefits of being a folunteer include:
- Fulfillment from helping our patients, their families and visitors
- Make many new friends
- Fellowship with other volunteers
- Learning new skills
- Have lots of fun while adjusting your own schedule
- A cafeteria meal on the day you volunteer
- Invitations to all hospital special events, including national hospital week activities
- A complimentary annul flu shot
- Annual National Volunteer Week Celebration luncheon or dinner
How You Can Join Us:
Neshoba General Hospital and the Hospital Gift Shop encourages you to become a member of this group of caring individuals.
If you would like to help us add a measure of warmth and compassion to the Neshoba General Family, you may apply for membership by contacting the Director of the Hospital Gift Shop and Volunteer Program at 601-389-1566. Hospital volunteers are asked to contriubte a minimum of three hours of service a week. With no out-of-pocket cost, an applicant must take a TB skin test, submit to a background check and attend orientation before they can serve.
You may be looking for a way to give back or pay it forward. Maybe you want to have your first experience in a healthcare setting or begin a new chapter in your life. Possibly you may aspire to realize a long-held dream or nurture a passion for others. Only you know your situation, so however you choose to serve, your support to our program is welcome.
Contact: Director at 601-389-1566