Volunteer Opportunities at VA
VA WNY Healthcare System
Voluntary Service ProgramBuffalo VA Medical Center
3495 Bailey Ave.
Buffalo, NY 14215
Contact: Jennifer Pugh at Jennifer.Pugh2@va.gov
716-862-7219
Description:
One of the most precious and generous gifts is of your time. We have many positions in our facilities that are waiting to be filled by individuals or groups that are willing and able to give of themselves. Contacting the Voluntary Service Program will provide you with more information on positions as well as committees that need volunteers. Some examples:
Patient Escort
Clerical Support
Nutrition & Food Assistance
Friendly Visits
Physical, Occupational & Recreational Therapy Assistance
Non-medical Emergency Department & Intensive Care Unit Assistance
Applicants should be dependable, responsible, friendly and willing to make a firm commitment to at least 20 hours of volunteer service. All volunteers must adhere to the policies and procedures of the VA Medical Center. TB Skin Tests are required for all positions and provided at no cost. Additionally, complimentary parking, meal tickets (with a minimum of four hours of service), and coffee and tea are provided for all of our volunteers. Potential volunteers should call to schedule an appointment with the Voluntary Service Program for an application, interview and placement.
