Thank you so much for your interest in volunteering at Cooley Dickinson Hospital. Joining our Summer Program gives you the opportunity to learn about the hospital, and help your community, and discover your own interests in healthcare. The opportunities vary widely, so be sure and check off your interests on the Openings form.

In order to begin the application process we will need the following:

How old do I need to be to volunteer?

You need to be at least 15 years old.

How do I get a volunteer application?

Call our office and leave your name and address and phone number. Please speak slowly and clearly. We will send you an application in the mail, along with a list of our current openings. Or just download the application here and send it in. We will call you for an appointment.

Can we volunteer as a group?

Unfortunately, we do not have group opportunities.

Please indicate your interest on your application. Also note that some positions may be filled at the time of the interview.

Volunteering at a hospital is not like any other kind of opportunity. As a volunteer you must pass many of the same requirements as our staff. These requirements are established by the Joint Commission (JCAHO) as well as the Department of Public Health and the Center for Disease Control.

The process for becoming a volunteer may take a few weeks. To protect you as well as patients, the following information will need to be completed:

Since 1904, the Cooley Dickinson Hospital Auxiliary has continued to be an essential link in providing that extra effort that makes our hospital the special place it is. Our mission is to support patient and volunteer services; to advocate for the hospital; and to raise funds. We invite you to join our membership.

Volunteers at Cooley Dickinson Hospital are a valuable part of our organization and represent many segments of our community: young and old, male and female, retired and employed, students and homemakers. People work as hospital volunteers because they want to be involved in their community, stay active, meet new people, explore career opportunities and enjoy helping others.