UNC Health Johnston applauds its volunteers
Their gift of time valued at nearly $830,000
They take on myriad tasks throughout UNC Health Johnston, from escorting patients in the hospital, to handing off lab bags at the medical oncology clinics, to comforting patients and families at the SECU Hospice House.
During a luncheon at the Johnston County Agricultural Center last week, hospital leaders thanked the 139 faithful men and women who volunteer. “We love you,” CEO Tom Williams said. “And we value the many skills, talents and experience you share with our organization.”
David Mills, chairman of the hospital’s board of directors, unveiled a check for $829,276, representing the value of the volunteers’ 24,762 hours. “We couldn’t do our jobs without you,” he said. “While we can put a value on your time, it’s hard to quantify your touch, your smiles, your caring gestures. You give with your heart. And these kindnesses are priceless.”
While all volunteers received certificates for hours of service, five received special awards.
Hospital volunteers Gale Cass in Clayton and, husband and wife, Tom and Myrtle Toole in Smithfield, were presented with the Sue Archambeault Award for exemplary volunteerism.
Volunteer chaplain Paula Hansard received the Overa S. Stevens award for faithful service.
Anita Liverman received the Hospice Angel Award for lifting spirits and quietly touching lives.
“Volunteers are pulled in several directions nowadays, from caring for family to helping at church and with other community causes,” Williams said. “We’re grateful you chose us.”
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Five volunteers received special awards during a recent luncheon. From left, they are: Anita Liverman, Mrytle and Tom Toole, and Gale Cass. Absent from photo was Paula Hansard.
Last year, the 139 UNC Health Johnston volunteers contributed 24,762 hours of service valued at $829,276. From left, April Culver, vice president of external affairs, presents a ceremonial check for that amount to Tom Williams, CEO, and David Mills, hospital board chairman.
