Volunteer Services
Supporting & Assisting Patients, Families and Visitors in Our Hospital
Volunteer Services is committed to the development, implementation, and continuation of quality volunteer programs that support and assist patients, families, and visitors of the hospital. This service also works to ensure that the necessary resources and systems are in place to respond to the needs, motivation, and satisfaction of its volunteers.
Our volunteers play a crucial role in patient satisfaction. They are the friendly faces that assist patients and essential visitors by answering questions, providing directions and offering a helping hand.
Volunteers assist with patient care & administration. They can be seen volunteering throughout the hospital in all areas including:
- Chemotherapy
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Emergency Department
- Foundation Office/Events
- Information Desk
- Out-Patient Surgery
- Pastoral Visitor
- Patient Escort Services
If you are interested in joining our Volunteer program at STEGH, please complete the application form and send it to volunteers@stegh.on.ca.
Volunteer FAQs
What is the most popular volunteer assignment?
Patient Escort has the most volunteers, as this assignment has 2-3 volunteers in the morning and the afternoon, Monday through Friday. The Emergency Department is another very active area with morning, afternoon and evening shifts, 7 days per week.
How many different volunteer assignments does the hospital have?
We currently have 10 different volunteer assignments.
What kind of commitment is required to volunteer at STEGH?
We ask that you commit to one shift per week (same day and time each week) for a minimum of four months.
How many volunteers does the hospital have?
We have over 90 active volunteers that contribute hours of service each week!
How does one begin volunteering at STEGH?
Anyone interested in volunteering should complete and submit an application form. Each applicant is interviewed and works together with the Volunteer Specialist to find a role that is a good fit.
Who can I contact for more information?
Contact Volunteer Services at 519-631-2030, ext. 2912 or email volunteers@stegh.on.ca.
Hear from our Volunteers
Why do you volunteer at STEGH?
"I help the medical staff by doing the extras while the staff take care of the medical stuff."
"Volunteering gives me a great sense of satisfaction to help someone."
"The people I help are very appreciative and they often have interesting and varied life experiences."
"I volunteer because it’s fun and makes everyone happy."
"I love volunteering and talking to patients. It’s very fulfilling for me, and I hope it helps the patients."
"I volunteer because of the friends I have made and because it is personally gratifying to help others. I am a part of something that makes me proud!"
"Every day that I am in the hospital, I am thankful for my health and the thanks I receive from the patients and families are heartwarming."
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location
Volunteer Services is located on the ground floor of the hospital within the Human Resources office.
Contact
Phone: 519-631-2030 Ext. 2353
Fax: 519-631-5798
Email: volunteers@stegh.on.ca