Moments of music, companionship, and compassion
Jinnie Yang is a student at McMaster University who began volunteering at Hamilton Health Sciences’ St. Peter’s Hospital (SPH) in...
Meet Hank, Hamilton Health Sciences’ fluffiest employee
Pet therapy has been shown to support positive physical and mental health across hospitals for both patients and staff. That’s...
Dedicated volunteer plays a key role in hospital palliative program
June is Seniors Month. Many older adults make significant contributions at Hamilton Health Sciences, including through our volunteer programs. When...
Paws-up for pet therapy in our hematology unit
There are a couple of new dogs in town and they’re hitting the hematology unit at Hamilton Health Sciences’ (HHS)...
Introducing a Volunteer Resources Manager
It’s Volunteer Week and we cannot thank our volunteers enough for everything they do. Whether it’s assisting patients, working alongside...
Volunteer celebrates 8 years of HELPing
Some older adults struggle with keeping their minds sharp and their bodies moving while in the hospital. With the return...