For volunteers 18 or older who are interested in earning hours for a specific school program or license including:
- Behavioral Health
- Occupational Therapy
- Pharmacy
- Physical Therapy
- Speech Therapy
Volunteer Services
ACCESS
Assists with the NICU parent lounge refreshments and hotel stays for families in need.
3C Surgical
Assists in the facilitation of the patient recovery process, social needs, and communications with the staff and acts as a liaison between patients/family and staff during shift handoffs.
3CV - Cardiovascular Unit
Provides hospitality and amenities to unit patients and guests and assists 3CV unit staff with discharges and stocking of supplies.
Discharge with Dignity
A program funded by the Auxiliary of Good Samaritan Hospital. We provide patients in need with new or gently used clothing to help assure they leave Good Samaritan Hospital with Dignity and weather-appropriate clothing.
Emergency Department
Assist by performing a variety of tasks for patients and staff in the ED such as lab and pharmacy deliveries and providing amenities to patients and families in the waiting room.
Mother Baby
Support the nursing staff in the delivery of care to new mothers and their families.
NICU Cuddler
Trained adults provide physical and emotional comfort to infants in the NICU through holding, rocking, and personal interaction. Volunteers also assist NICU staff as needed.
Office
Assist Director of Volunteers Services, Auxiliary leadership and Auxiliary staff with general office duties and special projects.
Patient Amenities Program
Good Sam Auxiliary Volunteers help improve the patient experience by offering complimentary items including quiet kits, lip balms, newspapers, books, and bottled water.
Patient Services
Assist hospital departments by performing a variety of tasks for patients and staff, including dismissing patients, running errands, and delivering flowers.
Social Media
Help in maintaining the Auxiliary’s website and managing our social media presence on Facebook and Instagram.
Surgery Waiting
Provide information and comfort to families and visitors of patients in the Cardiovascular ICU and those undergoing surgery.
SVJRC - Silicon Valley Joint Replacement Center
Support the delivery of care to patients receiving total joint replacement surgery to facilitate patients’ recovery, social needs, and timely discharge.
For high school students at least 15 years old
- Patient Services
UPDATED: Waitlist for high school applicants is until April 2025.
