Volunteering
Adult Volunteer Recruitment is Now Open!
Please note: Most opportunities are available on weekdays (Monday to Friday, between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM) and evening and weekend shifts are extremely limited.
We’re excited to welcome adult volunteer applications for a variety of meaningful roles across Lakeridge Health facilities.
We are currently recruiting for the following roles:
- Retail Volunteers - Support the cafés, gift shops, and two off-site "Nearly New" stores that raise funds directly for Lakeridge Health hospitals.
- Spiritual Health Visitors - Support Spiritual Care by visiting patients early in their stay to introduce services and identify those who may benefit from further support. The next virtual information session is Tuesday, October 21 from 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Please email spiritualcare@lh.ca for more information
- Recreation Therapy Volunteers - Support patients or residents through one-on-one or group interactions, assisting with activities and helping escort them to programs and events.
- Hospitality Volunteers - Welcome patients and visitors, provide wayfinding support, and help them navigate services within Lakeridge Health.
- Durham Regional Cancer Centre Volunteers - Help to ensure a safe and comfortable experience for patients.
- Emergency Department - Support by welcoming patients, assisting with registration, offering comfort items, and guiding families within the department.
We would love to hear from you! Please contact volunteer@lh.ca for more information.
Student Volunteer Opportunities (High School & Post Secondary)
Please note: All student volunteer positions at Lakeridge Health hospitals are currently full, and we are not accepting new applications at this time.
We are currently accepting applications for students interested in social interaction and activities with the residents at Lakeridge Gardens Long-Term Care in Ajax.
Shifts available:
Weekdays: 9:30 am - 11:30 am or 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Weekends: 9:30 am - 11:30 am or 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Interested in joining our dedicated team of volunteers? Email us at volunteer@lh.ca to learn how you can get started.
Why Volunteer?
Studies have shown that volunteerism improves health by strengthening the body, improving mood and lessening stress. Additionally, volunteering can increase self-esteem, enhance various skills and expand career paths.
Source: VolunteerHub
Volunteers are an essential part of the Lakeridge Health team and help to create a caring and supportive environment in our hospitals, our long-term care home in Ajax, Lakeridge Gardens, and in our numerous community facilities, including the Jerry Coughlan Health & Wellness Centre. We believe volunteers at Lakeridge Health embody the values of this organization every time they come into our facilities – Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy!
At Lakeridge Health, we are dedicated to creating an environment that mirrors the diversity of Durham Region. We invite everyone in the community to join us in building a more diverse and inclusive group of volunteers to help shape a vibrant and inclusive community and support healthcare in Durham Region. Learn more in our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism Multi-Year Action Plan.
