Become a volunteer
On June 9, 2012, Children's Memorial is moving to downtown Chicago and changing its name to Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. We are currently seeking volunteers who would like to volunteer at our new location after we move in June 2012. Learn more about the new hospital.
Commitment and requirements
Because of the nature of care being delivered at the hospital, all volunteers are carefully screened and placed into appropriate assignments, and each volunteer must adhere to standard policies and procedures.
Summer program
Due to the demands of the move to Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago in June, we will not offer a summer program in 2012. Please check back for information on our 2013 summer program.
Daytime program
Our weekday daytime volunteer program is no longer accepting volunteer applicants due to the demands of the move to Lurie Children’s in June 2012. Please check back in June, when we will be seeking new volunteers.
The minimum commitment for new volunteers in the weekday daytime program is six months. We ask for a commitment of one three-hour shift per week on the same day and at the same time each week.
Starting in June, the placement process will include the following steps:
Step 1:
- In June, visit the Lurie Children's website to complete a preliminary questionnaire.
- Call Volunteer Resources to schedule an interview on the date indicated when you submitted the questionnaire.
Step 2:
Step 3 (once selected):
- Attend volunteer orientation.
- Pay $20 fee to help defray the cost of volunteer uniform.
- Complete assignment-specific training.
Evening/weekend program
Evening and weekend volunteering at the hospital is very popular, and we currently have many people awaiting placement when positions open. Most evening assignments run from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Weekend hours vary. A regular weekly shift is required for a minimum of one year.
The placement process includes the following steps:
Step 1:
- Call Volunteer Resources (773.880.4507) to be placed on our e-mail list for more detailed information, a preliminary questionnaire, and to be invited to the next informational meeting.
- Attend the informational meeting.
Step 2:
Step 3: (once selected)
- Attend volunteer orientation.
- Pay $20 fee to help defray the cost of volunteer uniform.
- Complete assignment-specific training.
Our screening and placement process ensures the safety and well-being of patients and families as well as the confidence and success of volunteers. Although we are continually assessing the volunteer needs at the hospital, we may not be able to match your interests and availability with our current opportunities.