Volunteers
Their green jackets and vests are a familiar sight around Floyd Medical Center and Polk Medical Center, whether in one of our gift shops, assisting at one of our entrances or helping with a fundraiser, office mailing or task. Approximately 200 Floyd Auxiliary members volunteer their time and talents to benefit the Floyd health care system, and in 2017, their fundraising efforts resulted in a gift of $130,000 to the organization. Auxiliary volunteers operate the gift shops at both Floyd Medical Center and Polk Medical Center, as well as the Hole in the Wall thrift shop at Floyd Medical Center and provide assistance in departments throughout the organization. Their efforts also fund scholarships to local students interested in health care careers. The Auxiliary has donated more than $3.7 million to Floyd since it was founded in 1971. Volunteers Have Served Since 1956 Volunteer involvement at Floyd is a tradition of more than 60 years, beginning with the Grey Ladies who provided assistance as early as 1956 at Floyd Hospital. In addition to the Auxiliary, two other volunteer groups donate their efforts to benefit Floyd patients today. Breast Health Advocates work closely with the staff at The Breast Center at Floyd to promote breast health awareness at community events throughout the year. Heyman HospiceCare’s engaged team of volunteers provides assistance such as errands and respite care for patients and their families. If you are interested in volunteering at Floyd, contact the Volunteer Services Department by phone at 706.509.5109, or email us at contactus@floyd.org. If you are interested in becoming a Breast Health Advocate, contact Vicki Seritt, Imaging Services Manager, by email at vseritt@floyd.org or by phone at 706.509.6232. If you are interested in becoming a Heyman HospiceCare volunteer, contact Bonnie Jones, Volunteer Coordinator, by email at bjones@floyd.org or by phone at 706.509.3200. Green Jackets Are Masters of Generosity
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