April 7, 2016
RED DEER — Alberta Health Services (AHS) is celebrating volunteers across the Central Zone next week for the vital role they play in support of patients, residents, families and staff.
During National Volunteer Week, which runs April 10 to 16, facilities throughout Central Zone will be hosting special events to thank volunteers for their hard work and commitment.
Last year, 3,300 volunteers were registered with AHS throughout central Alberta. These volunteers, along with 180 community groups and 28 Auxiliaries, contributed over 167,000 hours of their time and talents to helping patients, families, visitors and staff.
Volunteers contribute in many ways, including helping:
To learn more about becoming a volunteer with AHS, and to explore the opportunities that exist, visit http://www.albertahealthservices.ca/info/page10421.aspx.
National Volunteer Week began in 1943 to focus attention on the home-front contributions of women during the Second World War. By the late 1960s, the week had evolved to include all community volunteers. Today, it’s Canada's largest celebration in honour of volunteers.
Alberta Health Services is the provincial health authority responsible for planning and delivering health supports and services for more than four million adults and children living in Alberta. Its mission is to provide a patient-focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans.
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For media inquiries contact:
Heather Kipling
AHS Communications
403-341-8687