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    Catawba, Virginia 24070

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    Catawba Hospital
    P.O. Box 200
    Catawba, Virginia 24070-0200

Find new experiences and challenging opportunities as a volunteer at Catawba State Hospital, a psychiatric hospital serving adult and geriatric patients. The hospital is located in a rural setting near Roanoke, Virginia. Individual and group volunteers are encouraged to contact us by e-mail or phone for an interview to explore ways you can share your talents with others.

• Adopt-a-Patient   

• Garden/Landscape Assistant 

• Library Assistant 

• Clerical Assistant 

• Evening Group Assistant 

• Pet Therapy 

• Visitation 

• Arts and Crafts Assistant 

• Entertainment - music, singing, dance, parties 

• Operation Santa Claus Donor

The following positions are currently available. Please contact Wayne Kwitny at (540) 375-4342 for more information.  

Artist who can help patients develop their artistic skills. Work in a supervised setting with patients who have an interest in drawing and painting. We will supply materials. Hours can be set to suit volunteer needs.

Musician who can teach patients who have some musical ability to play piano or other instrument. Work in supervised setting. Hours can be set to suit volunteer needs.

Data entry person who can work in the hospital library entering holdings into Access database. Ability to type is all that is needed. No patient contact. Hours can be set to suit volunteer needs.

Special events volunteer who can accompany patients to special events that are held on Wednesdays or Saturdays in the hospital.

Letter Writing and Socializing volunteers with an interest in assisting patients with letter writing and socializing. You may have a rewarding experience at Catawba Hospital by interacting with patients who are preparing to return to the community.

CATAWBA HOSPITAL VOLUNTEER SERVICES
Phone: (540) 375-4342
FAX: (540) 375-4348
e:mail: wayne.kwitny@catawba.dmhmrsas.virginia.gov

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