You make a living by what you get, but you make a life by what you give. - Winston Churchill

At Shaughnessy-Kaplan Rehabilitation Hospital you can part of something extraordinary by helping our patients and their families during this very crucial time in their lives. You will find this experience both personally rewarding and emotionally meaningful. The difference you make in other lives will be reflected in your own.

Our volunteers range in age from teenagers to seniors. They are both male and female. Some are retired professionals but many others are still employed or in the middle of a career transition. We have stay at home moms, (and dads), students and those who have had life-impacting illnesses or injuries.

Our volunteers come from many different walks of life but they have something in common ­ they are all very special people! They’re caring, sensitive, compassionate, individuals who value the contributions they can make to society.

How You Can Help

There are many different volunteer roles available. Among them:
	•	Support for patients/family members – As a friendly visitor you may spend time listening, reading, writing letters, playing cards or just sitting by a bedside.
	•	Activity support – Helping with bingo, ice cream socials, special events
	•	Services - Plants, magazine carts, surveys
	•	Behind the Scenes – Assisting with office tasks.
	•	Pet Therapy – Volunteers with therapy-licensed pets
	•	Gift Shop – Helping patients, staff and the public with their purchases
	•	Rehabilitation – Assisting Registered Physical and Occupational Therapists who provide rehabilitation to patients
	•	Sharing a Talent – Do you sing, play a musical instrument, do magical acts, etc?
	•	Greeter Program – Greeting patients/visitors and providing the small services that help make them feel like treasured guests during their stay at Shaughnessy-Kaplan Rehabilitation Hospital
	•	And more……

We offer training, flexible hours, social interaction and the opportunity to become a truly important, valued and respected member of our organization.

Call the Volunteer Office at 978-825-8515

Give A Little ­ Get a Lot