Mission Statement
The Volunteer Services Department provides a variety of opportunities for adults and students who are willing to share their interests and talents while providing service to our community hospital.

Overview of Department
Volunteers are active throughout the hospital and provide many thoughtful services for our visitors and patients. Volunteers provide directions for visitors; assist family and friends waiting for a loved one in the emergency room; help at golf tournaments and health fairs; manage the gift counter; and work in offices to assure smoother workflow.

• In 2008, 82 volunteers contributed over 10,000 hours of service to our hospital
• One-fourth of all of our volunteers are male
• One-fourth of our volunteers are students
• Our volunteers represent 15 communities in the hospital's service area

How to Become a Volunteer
Speare Memorial Hospital welcomes new volunteers. If you are interested in joining us, please be aware of the following:

Volunteers at Speare Memorial Hospital must:

• Be at least 14 years of age
• Be able to commit to a minimum of 30 volunteer hours during their first year
• Uphold the highest level of confidentiality and customer service
• Complete an Application Form specifying interest and ability

Contact Information
Contact: Jennifer Oldenburg, Director of Student and Volunteer Services
Email contact: joldenburg@spearehospital.com
Department direct line: 603-238-6460
Department fax: 603-481-8777
Hours of operation: Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:30pm