"I expect to pass through life but once. If, therefore, there be any kindness I can show, or any good thing I can do for any fellow being, let me do it now as I shall not pass this way again." William Penn
Volunteers at Henry County Health Center play a vital role as part of our healthcare team as they provide personal attention and information to visitors and patients who pass through our doors. If you or someone you know is interested in volunteering at HCHC, please call 319-385-6524.
Here are some ways our volunteers contribute their time and talents to HCHC:
Information Desk
Volunteers at the HCHC Information Desk provide the first, friendly face to visitors who come through the main entrance at HCHC. They offer directions to those unfamiliar with our facility and deliver floral arrangements and cards to the Med/Surg nurse's desk. If you or someone you know would be willing to make a commitment of a few hours each month, please contact 319-385-4907.
Park Place
Park Place is a progressive long term care unit that has espoused the Eden Alternative which has transformed the facility into a home-like, active place where the focus is on living a full life. Call 319-385-6196.
Gift Shop
We are looking for individuals to spend a few hours a month assisting customers with purchases of unique gift items, flowers, cards.
Profits from the Gift Shop are presented to the Auxiliary to help carry out their mission of supporting HCHC. Call 319-986-5804 to add your name to our list of Gift Shop volunteers.
Maternity Services
Do you like to knit or crochet? HCHC provides a hat to all babies born in our Maternity Services Department to keep them warm and cozy. The Auxiliary provides the yarn and directions for any volunteer who is willing to knit or crochet these baby hats. Call 319-385-6770 for more information.
Lifeline
In existence since 1984, Lifeline is a personal medical emergency response system which allows clients the independence to stay in their home longer than might otherwise be possible. The client wears a button or necklace to press if help is needed. Volunteers are needed to assist with installation and maintenance of the units, as well as teaching new subscribers how to use them. If you or someone you know may be interested in helping with this worthwhile project, call Dan Berner, HCHC Lifeline Coordinator, at 319-385-3141.
Wellness Screenings
Volunteers are needed to assist our Healthy Workplaces Coordinator with screenings throughout the community. Help is needed to check in, weigh, or serve healthy snacks to participants. Call 319-385-6739 to share your time and talents.