Local Volunteering
Accent Hospice
Hospice volunteer opportunities in Naperville (30 min away). Many different types of volunteers needed (patient care, music, craft, etc.). See more >>
Advent Health Hospitals (several locations)
Whether it’s reaching out to the family and friends of someone who is ill or enhancing quality patient care, volunteers are essential. Specific volunteer opportunities include delivering meal trays, answering phones and transporting patients around the hospital. See more >>
Advocate Hospice
Local hospice affiliated with Advocate Healthcare. Spend 1-2 hrs a week with a hospice patient or call former hospice families to check in. See more >>
Almost Home
Short term transition hospital for medically fragile children. Very flexible in scheduling the 2-3 hours a week. Onboarding takes a few weeks. Location about 25 minutes away. See more >>
Ascention Alexian Brothers Hospice
Here's a chance to provide patient and family support, bereavement support, office support, and other project possibilities. See more >>
Bolingbrook Christian Health Center
Their goal is to elevate the health status of the Bolingbrook community through interventions within a Christian framework that addresses the physical needs in light of social, emotional, mental, and spiritual health. Current volunteer positions include office staff, translation, and medical support. See more >>
Cornerstone Family Health
Cornerstone Family Health is a Christ-centered family medical practice dedicated to providing quality health care with compassion to people of all ages, irrespective of ability to pay. See more >>
Dupage County Health Department
The DuPage County Health Department offers internships, shadowing and volunteer opportunities for undergraduate students interested in Public Health. Under the direction of a health department employee, students will have the opportunity to apply certain competencies acquired in the classroom to a workplace environment.
- Volunteers will have opportunities to improve local emergency response capabilities, reduce potential public health risks and build community preparedness and resiliency. See more > >
- Local health department with occasional needs with their medical corp that mobilizes volunteers to strengthen community health. See more >>
Feed My Starving Children
One time volunteer opportunities to pack meals for those in need of food around the world. Office is in Aurora, about 30 minutes away but you can serve during the day, evening or on weekends and with friends. See more >>
Good Samaritan Hospital
Local hospital about 20 minutes away offering 2 hr. shifts: 8a-4p or 8p-10p. Info desk, NICU, Family Care, ER, and others. 9-month commitment. Onboarding takes a few weeks. See more >>
Graham Hospice
Hospice in Lisle with a variety of opportunities. Email inquiries to: volunteer@residentialhospice.com. See more >>
HealthCare Volunteer
This is a non-profit organization for global healthcare and no formal healthcare training is needed to volunteer. Types of opportunities for trainable volunteers may include working as a medical escort for the elderly or helping as a patient assistant. See more >>
La Rabida Children's Hospital
A number of summer volunteer opportunities are available. See more >>
Lurie's Children's Hospital
There are many ways to make a difference in the lives of patients and families at Lurie's Children's Hospital. See more >>
Marianjoy Hospital of Northwestern Medicine
Northwestern Medicine Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital in Wheaton only 10 minutes away from campus with indirect patient care and assisting staff with patient care. Volunteers can share their time and talents in areas such as admissions, patient transport, and pediatrics. See more >>
Northwestern Medicine (CDH)
Volunteering at CDH is a great way to explore the world of healthcare and learn new skills.
- There are a wide range of opportunities at the Winfield location including clerical duties, diagnostic imaging, and patient support. See more >>
- Local hospital with various opportunities. 1 shift per week for the school year. Accessible by train and $6 per round trip. Days, evenings and weekends. Shifts go quickly so apply soon. See more >>
- Cancer Care Resource Centers in Warrenville and Geneva. Front desk: 1X a week and ambassador 1X a month - both positions assisting patients with resources. See more >>
Outreach
Transforming lives and communities by creating opportunities where barriers exist; Need tutors, childcare and help preparing meals for seniors 1-2X per month. Volunteer weekly, bi-weekly or monthly. See more >>
People's Resource Center
People’s Resource Center brings neighbors together to respond to hunger and poverty in DuPage County with opportunities with food pantry and clothes. M-Sa for 2-4 hrs; You pick your hours. See more >>
Phil's Friends
Phil's Friends brings hope to those with cancer through care packages, monthly cards and more. Some opportunities can be done off-site. Wheaton Hope Center (walking distance) Tuesday 10-12p, 5:30-7:30p, Thursday 10-11:30am. See more >>
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Their mission is to help people with physical disabilities pursue healthy and fulfilling lives. Volunteers at RIC touch the lives of patients and families while providing opportunities for personal growth, enrichment and satisfaction. See more >>
Ronald McDonald House
Provides support and assistance to families of hospitalized children and provides a residential facility. 9-month commitment. Accessible by train ($6 per trip). Additional opportunities at Loyola Medical Center in Maywood, car is needed. See more >>
Willow Creek Community Church Care Center
Assist professionals in providing vision and dental care to individuals visiting the care center. Additional volunteer roles outside of a health field are also available. See more >>
World Relief DuPage
Join with churches and other volunteers to serve over 5,500 refugees and immigrants. Help advocate for a family’s medical well-being, transport individuals to appointments, and teach refugees how to navigate the American medical system. See more >>
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