Cumberland Health Authority

Discover the joy of helping others!

The Cumberland Health Authority and the Cumberland Health Care Foundation are firmly committed to our on-site volunteer programs. They recognize volunteers as a valued part of the health care team. Here is a chance to help others in your community!

Brighten the day of patients and staff…

Your simple smile, helping hand or listening ear can provide joy to patients, comfort to visitors and support to staff.

Visit one of our facilities!

All Saints Springhill Hospital – Springhill
Bayview Memorial Health Centre – Advocate
Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre – Amherst
North Cumberland Memorial Hospital – Pugwash
South Cumberland Community Care Centre – Parrsboro

Share your knowledge and skills in any of our rewarding positions available at various health care sites: Information Desk ~ Auxiliary Gift Shop ~ Waiting Room Host ~ Facility Tour Guide ~ Friendly Visiting ~ Special Event Assistant ~ Mental Health Socials ~ Palliative Care ~ Nursing Unit Support ~ Patient/Staff Errands ~ Marking Menus ~ Literature Distribution. All hospital volunteers are placed in positions consistent with their own interests and time frames.

You’ll Love How It Makes You Feel!

Are you:
14 years of age or over?

Do you have:
3-4 hours each week?

If you want to make a difference in someone’s life, the Cumberland Health Authority is looking for you! Pick up an application form at your local Cumberland Health Care Facility, print off this form (PDF file), or Contact:

Maryanne M. Jackson, Volunteer Services
Cumberland Health Authority
Office: 667-5400 ext. 6559
Fax: 667-6306
E-mail: Maryanne.Jackson@cha.nshealth.ca