Huntsville Hospital Auxiliary | Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare

Interested in learning more about volunteering? Please contact the Director of Volunteers at 705-789-2311, ext. 2297 or send an email.

Our Mission and Purpose

In co-operation with the Hospital and Board of Directors, we support health care at the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital Site through education, fundraising opportunities and the promotion of volunteer services to people. The purpose of this voluntary group shall be to co-operate with and assist the hospital and Board of Directors at all times. Learn more about the history of the Huntsville Hospital Auxiliary or read the President's annual report.

Membership

Dues are $5.00/year. This includes a membership and a fellowship fee
Volunteers must commit to serving on one service group (examples below) or on one fundraising program
When volunteers are volunteering, their parking charges are covered
Meetings take place on the second Wednesday of September, December, April and June. General Meetings are open to everyone

Examples of Volunteer Activities

Blood Donor Clinic
Day Surgery & Surgeon's Clinic
Fundraising programs
Gift Shop
Office services
Portering
Information Desk lobby greeters
Holiday decorating
Patient Support Program

Volunteer Opportunities

The Huntsville Hospital Auxiliary is actively seeking new volunteers to assist with a variety of in-hospital programs. If you know of new retirees or other adults who may be interested in volunteering or wish further information, please do not hesitate to contact the Director of Volunteers at lorrie.lamb@mahc.ca or call 705-789-2311, ext. 2297.

The Huntsville Hospital Auxiliary is recruiting adult volunteers interested in making a difference in your hospital. Do you have 3 or more hours a month to spend greeting visitors and directing them to their destination? There are shifts available as follows:

Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 12:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Requirements

Being a volunteer requires us to ensure that your safety and the safety of those visiting or staying in the hospital are being met. You will need: a vulnerable persons sector police check, immunizations required for volunteering, character references, orientation to the role which includes learning the requirements for all shifts, willingness to commit to a minimum of 6 months and an Auxiliary annual membership fee of $5.00 which includes a vest. There is also a mandatory 3½ hour training given by our hospital Corporate Education Coordinator.

Working as a Greeter has many rewards and your presence is appreciated from the moment people enter the hospital. You will have an opportunity to make a difference.

If you are interested in learning more about the process and this important role, please contact the Directors of Volunteers at lorrie.lamb@mahc.ca or 705-789-2311, ext. 2297.

The Huntsville Hospital Auxiliary is recruiting adult volunteers interested in making a difference in your hospital. Do you have 3 or more hours a month to spend serving in the hospital gift shop “Branches” selling such items as food, sundries, clothing and gifts?

There are numerous shifts available as follows: Monday to Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

During the winter months, the weekday shifts are shortened by a ½ hour to run from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 12:30 to 3:00 p.m.

Requirements

Being a volunteer requires us to ensure that your safety and the safety of those visiting or staying in the hospital are being met. You will need: a vulnerable persons sector police check, immunizations required for volunteering, character references, orientation to the role which includes learning the requirements for all shifts, willingness to commit to a minimum of 6 months and an Auxiliary annual membership fee of $5.00 which includes a vest. There is also a mandatory 3½ hour training given by our hospital Corporate Education Coordinator.

Working in the gift shop is a rewarding experience where you will meet a variety of people from patients, staff, visitors and other members of your community who volunteer and work here. You will have an opportunity to make a difference.

If you are interested in learning more about the process and this important role, please contact the Directors of Volunteers at lorrie.lamb@mahc.ca or 705-789-2311, ext. 2297.

Scholarships

The Auxiliary presents a scholarship to a graduating student from Huntsville High School or Almaguin Highlands Secondary School who has been accepted into a recognized post-secondary school in a health sciences field, and also to a staff member at Huntsville Hospital who has been a team member for at least a year, and who wishes to further their education in the health field.

Congratulations to this year's student scholarship recipients (below from left) Ayla McNichol from Almaguin Highlands High School, Ainslie Vallentin from Huntsville High School, and staff scholarship recipient Amanda Weedon. Each of these scholarship winners is pursuing nursing studies.

Ayla McNichol holding her scholarship cheque

Ainslie Vallentin holding her scholarship cheque

Amanda Weedon holding her scholarship cheque

Fundraising

Since inception, the total donated by the Huntsville Hospital Auxiliary to the hospital is now over $2 million, recorded in a detailed list.

Split the Pot Lottery

Auxiliary fundraising is also supported by the Split the Pot Lottery. Whether you’re buying one ticket or 10, your support helps ensure that Huntsville Hospital remains strong, responsive, and ready — today and into the future.

Connect with the Auxiliary on Social Media

Visit the Huntsville Hospital Auxiliary Facebook page