CAHHS Volunteer Services

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Since 1954 the Volunteer Services Department of the California Association of Hospitals and Health Systems (CAHHS) has promoted and supported health care volunteerism in the state’s hospitals and health systems. For more information, contact the CAHHS Volunteer Services Department at (916) 552-7544 or volunteers@calhospital.org.

Volunteer Worthy News

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National Volunteer Week 2021

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Established in 1974, National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to recognize and acknowledge the many passionate volunteers who donate their time, offer their talents, share their skills, and provide vital support to causes they care about in their hospital and community. This year’s annual week of recognition is April 18-24.

In what has been an unprecedented year for all hospitals and health care systems, volunteers remain strong, and continue to adapt to the endless changes brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Whether in the hospital setting or safely from home, the impact volunteers continue to have is instrumental to the health and safety of their hospitals and communities.

In the coming weeks, CAHHS Volunteer Services encourages you to honor and celebrate your volunteers. Here are a few ways to recognize their contributions:

We look forward to seeing all your creative ways you honor volunteers.

Volunteerism is the voice of the people put into action. These actions shape and mold the present into a future of which we can all be proud. – Helen Dyer

CHA Status Report

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Share Your Story of Gratitude

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For some people, volunteering is about giving. But for the likes of you, it is a way of living … thank you. – Unknown 

The benefits of volunteering are endless. Foundationally, it all starts with a wealth of emotions that overcome oneself when you set out on your volunteer assignment – a sense of satisfaction and accomplishment that you’re making a difference in your life and the lives of others.  

Beyond feelings, volunteering creates connections to others and leaves lasting impacts on your community. Those who volunteer do so selflessly, without hesitation, or expectation of something in return. 

We are grateful every day for those who dedicate their time to volunteerism and would like to provide an opportunity for members to voice their gratitude using the From the Heart section of our monthly newsletter.   

We encourage you to thank a fellow volunteer, colleague, community member, or anyone you believe made your day a little brighter. Acknowledging someone for their heartfelt kindness can make a huge impact on yourself and others, creating a ripple effect of positive gratitude.   

Email volunteers@calhospital.org to share your story.

CAHHS Volunteer Services Department Vision and Mission

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Vision

Volunteer Services is an organization that can lessen the economic burden on the system, one that becomes part of a whole team whose sole purpose is to heal and comfort.

Mission

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