The Importance Of Volunteering In Health And Social Care

During my time volunteering at Wilmington Health and Rehab and The Woods at Holly Tree, I learned a lot from the experience by talking with the residents and observing. To be honest I was quite nervous when I started to volunteer. Although I’ve been to elder center before because of my grandmother, great grandmother, and volunteering with my church but, I was never around a big group of elder people I didn’t know. After my first day of volunteering I felt a lot more comfortable and it felt rewarding knowing I was able to help make their day. In this essay I will be discussing my experience, any myths or stereotypes that were presented, several theories, and any diversity I observed.

ATTENTION STATEMENT: “Volunteering behaviour has been a powerful driving force in the betterment of humanity, a key contributor to the solving of mankind’s problems (de Abreu, 2015).” as stated in a scholarly article, Managing Volunteerism Behaviour. Volunteering has been proven to be one of the most important things in our lives.

While attending college, I took part in the 'Kissing It Better' program. I visited elderly dementia patients at Manchester Royal Infirmary and provided them with companionship. This is what inspired me to want to become a nurse. Enthusiasm and interest in this subject erupted as I saw it as a golden opportunity to have a positive impact on other people’s lives. I have always had a desire to help other people in one way or other, whether they are friends and family or complete strangers. My passion has always been present, but became stronger when I saw first-hand how health care professionals helped myself and my family. During this work experience, I improved my knowledge and skills of care and communication. I listened to the patients and spoke to them based on their needs and personal interests. I also displayed courage while carrying out these visits, speaking to the staff members when concerned about the patients. These visits were carried out

I have conducted some research that pertains to facilities management in healthcare. The majority of the research was conducted locally within the state of Colorado. This research gave some insight into different variations of volunteering and internship opportunities as well as professional certifications.

However, organizations such as nursing homes should not be overlooked due to the fact people are hired and paid to care for the residents it houses. Not every employee has the time in their day to accomplish every task, and spend time with every single patient, and without volunteers simple tasks would not be completed. Although not every organization or facility needs volunteers on a regular basis, it’s still everyone’s responsibility within the community to watch out for the one’s that do require some assistance. Throughout my group’s day spent at the nursing home we achieved many activities with the patients, learned about the facility itself, and accomplished many tasks. Without the helpful hand of generous people, organizations and facilities such as nursing homes would struggle to stay alive and provide adequate care to its

Volunteering isn’t for everyone. Some people don’t like to help other people, especially if they are being made to do so. Then again some people love to help out at concession stands for school, school functions, the Salvation Army and etc. if you don’t fine, but if you do then go for it and give it your all.

Through my studies, I was able to partake in clinical rotations to obtain my state certification as a C.N.A and submerge in the field of medicine working with patients in Paulding County. The hospital is located in a rural area and at the time it was the only hospital for the surrounding area. There were various patient populations that were underserved; I was able to engage with the elderly patients. My most memorable rotation was the Alzheimer’s patient care unit. There, I provided basic needs for the patients and was able to observe primary care doctors deliver attention. Along with the clinical exposure, I currently volunteer with the elderly in Compassionate care Hospice in Athens-Clarke County. My time there involves providing them comfort

I volunteer at the hospital weekly and have witnessed the intrinsic rewards of being a nurse and the admirable traits they possess. Real life experiences with patients broadened my desire to pursue a career in nursing and that it is in my nature to assist others in needs, both emotionally and physically. I interacted with the patients in the nursing facility and asset the nurses by answering call lights, room visits and delivering meals to patients. The connections I build with patients during their stay reminds me how much nursing means as I also recalled a past memory of my mother. Volunteering at the hospital continues to remind me to be the one to provide the quality care through my dedication, compassion, and sensitivity towards the wellbeing

Volunteering at COSI reminded me that children of all ages and backgrounds can get excited about learning. I was able to make a clear, tangible difference in the lives by teaching children science through enlightening experiments. However, because there are multiple age groups that come and visit COSI, I never knew who was going to see to my experiment. This forced me to become more flexible and think on my feet. It is always good to plan ahead, but excruciatingly futile because you do not always know what is going to happen in the future. Some will be good, and some will be bad. Being more flexible has helped me adapt better to my surroundings, face challenges more easily and most importantly become effective with changes.

Journal: Is volunteering a public health intervention? A systematic review and meta-analysis of the health and survival of volunteers.

The choices are so vast for volunteering in America. The religious based groups always teach to give of yourself to others. You have all the schools teaching the importance to give of yourself whenever you can to people that are less fortunate than you. The military is based on volunteering. You are expected to volunteer. The thought goes so deep not volunteering has a direct impact on a person’s performance report. The government in an obscure way is having a direct impact on teaching society when you volunteer you are having a positive effect on the less fortunate. People that are fortunate enough to have the time might have had a person they know go blind. They can see directly the negative impact this has on their friend or family member.

Edward “Ted” Kennedy, a former senior United States Senator from Massachusetts, once said, “Volunteer work goes on, the cause endures, the hope still lives, and the dreams shall never die.” (Kennedy, Ted) Merriam Webster defines “volunteerism” as the act or practice of doing volunteer work in community service. (Webster, Merriam) Not only do you get to feel good about yourself, but also you get the satisfaction of incorporating service into the lives of people and making a difference in your community. With busy lives, it can be hard to find time to volunteer, however the benefits of volunteering are enormous to you and your community. A person who volunteers benefits themselves because they get to see how their contribution has made a difference. This experience contributes to personal development. The selfless act of volunteering provides a spiritual enhancement as well. If people never help each other and only care about themselves, the world becomes a crueler, sadder place, but when we volunteer our time or efforts, we help make our planet a better, happier, cleaner, and safer home where people work together to make life easier for all.

My advocacy to help is best exemplified in regular voluntary work at the Brookestone Meadows retirement home. At Brookestone, I took concern for the elderly by spending time with them. I am strongly motivated to volunteer for the elderly because I consider it as making an impact in today's world by returning the care to those who cared for the succeeding generations’ future.

There are various jobs for volunteers at the Ontario Early Years Center. While volunteering, my job was to organize, prepare and conduct the programs in the Ontario Early Years Center such as fun with paint, family time and baby time. I played with kids and ensuring they had a good and enjoyable time. Also, I helped kids learn their alphabet and numbers and assist them with puzzles and games. I created an open and inviting environment by being kind and positive around families. In addition, I helped out with events like fundraising events and holiday parties where we help kids with crafts and hand out foods for everyone to eat. I assist the staff members with anything they need and I manage the front desk. After completing my duty satisfied, inspired, included, involved and fulfilled because I am more involved in the community and hopefully I made a tremendous impact on people's’ lives. I feel fulfilled and satisfied because it's heartwarming to know I made a positive difference in my community and in individuals. My contributions made me feel more included and involved in my community because I am participating more in the community compared to before. I felt inspired because this organization has made a tremendous impact in our community, so this inspires me to do more for the community. Through volunteering it made me feel good about myself and my actions. Therefore, when volunteering at the Ontario Early Years Center you feel good about yourself since you are being an

Who can help students control their anger and make sure they do not take there anger out on anybody else physically? Who can arrange all of the rides that we need to get to all of our school activities? Jennifer Loughren. One of the reasons that she is a hero is because she does volunteer work, she goes beyond the requirements of her job, she helps everybody that is in need of help, she provides rides for all of the school’s activities, and she also helps everybody in any situation.