Volunteer Program

“How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.” – Anne Frank

If you are looking for an enjoyable and rewarding experience, consider volunteering at a Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare organization. Volunteers are people from all walks of life who are willing to devote their time, knowledge and expertise to the service of others. Our volunteers give back to the community by performing vital tasks that improve the quality of patients’ experiences. As a volunteer through Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare, you can expect to feel appreciated and needed, meet many new people and learn new skills.

Caring for our Community
Our Volunteers are:

Adults, ages 18 and over, who are willing to commit to six months of service.

Students, ages 14-17, who are willing to commit to a minimum of 50 hours of service.

Volunteering is a great opportunity to explore careers in the health care field, gain valuable experience or just have fun. These and many more opportunities are available at a variety of locations listed on the left.

Assisting families in waiting areas
Assisting with communion and meeting other spiritual needs
Delivering flowers and mail
Greeting, assisting and escorting patients and visitors
Helping with raising funds or community out reach
Offering general assistance in patient care departments
Providing clerical and office support
Spending one-on-one time with patients or residents
Supporting hospice patients, their families’ and the hospice team
Stocking or selling in the gift shop
And so much more

Volunteer Opportunities and Benefits
Aside from the warm feeling you get from giving of your time and a talent, volunteering at any Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare organization also has many other perks! Choose a location near you and see what we have to offer. We would love to have you on our team!