Volunteers

This week United Way of Northern Utah would like to feature McKay-Dee Hospital as its spotlighted volunteer opportunity. There are a whole slew of reasons why we would like to highlight this phenomenal institution.

Not only has McKay-Dee provided nationally recognized health care to Northern Utah residents, but this year is the 100th anniversary of this non-profit hospital. Annie Taylor Dee built the Thomas D. Dee Memorial Hospital in 1910 after the loss of her husband and son, who died as a result of inadequate health care. One hundred years later, her hospital provides outstanding, not-for-profit services that have helped to save countless lives within our own community.

Something else happening within this organization is the opening of a new guest house just east of the hospital. The beautiful new facility, named after Annie Taylor Dee, has rooms to hold 14 guests at minimal cost. The convenience this service offers is a lifesaver for many families of patients who wish to stay close to their loved ones.

With the opening of the new guesthouse coming Aug. 2, McKay-Dee needs several volunteers to come dedicate several hours each day to the guest house. Duties will include settling families into their rooms and making sure they are comfortable during their stay. This opportunity is an ongoing need, with shifts available each day for just a few hours. This is a great way to give back to this hospital for all the ways it has served our community for the past 100 years. For more information, contact Noelee Shaw at 801-387-7179.

Individual opportunities

Brigham City Senior Center

Meals on Wheels needs drivers to deliver meals to seniors, starting at 11 a.m. Background check required. For more information, contact Rocheal Redford at 435-723-3303

CJC

Sending out mailings for Ride for Justice, posting flyers, getting prizes, registering riders, putting together packets, etc. For more information, contact Shirley Jensen at 801-778-6263

Prevent Child Abuse

Assist with data entry into agency database. For more information, contact Gina Bell at 801-393-3366

Treehouse Museum

Exhibit guides, read stories, interact and assist with families. 16+ ages. For more information, contact Gwen Skeen at 801-394-966

YCC

Receptionist, answering phones, greeting visitors. Work 3-4 hours weekly. For more information, contact Julie Hurd at 801-689-1706

Small group opportunities

Cottages of Hope

General cleanup of facility. For more information, contact Kay Thompson at 801-627-2823

Oasis Community Gardens

Gardening opportunities for all ages. For more information, contact Jan Meikle at 801-629-8214

Ogden City

Keeping Ogden Canyon trailhead clean from debris and weeds. For more information, contact Jan Meikle at 801-629-8214

St. Anne's Center

Groups for serving lunches and clean up. For more information, contact Mari Valentine at 801-621-5036

United Way of Northern Utah

All children are invited to participate in UWNU's lemonade stand. All proceeds go to support United Way. For more information, contact Durrell Annis or Elyse Greiner at 801-399-5584 ext. 110

Large group opportunities

House of Hope/Serenity House

General clean up of facility and painting the building. For more information, contact Jared Sanford at 801-392-5971

New Hope Crisis Center

Needs help with maintenance of playground and property. For more information, contact Michael Scott at 435-723-5600

Ogden Nature Center

Weeding and cleaning trails. Help install fencing. For more information, contact Mary McKinley at 801-621-7595

Pregnancy Care Center

Needs help with general outdoor and indoor cleanup of facility. Also needs help with a donation drive to collect new and lightly used baby clothing, cribs, changing tables, high chairs, etc. For more information, contact Tamara Leake at 801-621-5036

Special events

Aug. 7, Music in the Mountains with John Schmidt

Join Wolf Creek Foundation, Bank of Utah, and Cottages of Hope for a benefit evening and fundraising event at Wolf Creek ski area. All proceeds and tickets go to Cottages of Hope, a non-profit organization that helps Weber county households achieve greater levels of financial stability. Tickets are $20 per carload or visit a Bank of Utah for free voucher.

Aug. 26, Northern Utah Clothing and School Supply Swap

All-ages event, come and bring old clothing in nice, clean condition to trade with others to help make sure everyone has something new for back to school. Also, be sure to bring extra school supplies with you to give someone in need. It's at Unitarian Universalist Church,

705 23rd St., Ogden.

Sept. 8, United Way of Northern Utah Day of Caring

Gather together a team of volunteers to come out and volunteer for a non-profit organization. Volunteer projects will vary, all ages and abilities are welcome. United Way will give out free "Live United" t-shirts. For more information, contact Samantha MacBeth at 801-399-5584, ext. 115.

Catholic Community Services needs volunteers in the food bank and to assist clients at food distributions sites throughout the community. Volunteers are needed to pick up groceries, deliver food boxes and baby layettes, organize donation drives, maintain buildings and grounds, help in the office, provide professional services such as legal interpreters, transportation, painters, jamitorial services and instructors, and more. Call Kelly Farley at 801-394-5944 ext. 1056 or e-mail kfarley@ccsutah.org.

Davis/Weber Rocky Mountain Hospice needs volunteers. Our volunteers provide respite care, companionship, and assistance to terminally ill patients and their families. We provide volunteers with 12 hours of training. Background check required. For more information about becoming a volunteer contact Susan at 801-525-4803.

Eccles Community Art Center is looking for responsible volunteers to work in our Carriage House Gift Shop Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Come donate a morning or afternoon of your time while you sit in the gallery rich in cultural heritage, art and atmosphere. Contact Liz at 801-392-6935.

Ogden Regional Medical Center is seeking volunteers to serve as receptionists in the Ronald McDonald Family Room, day surgery waiting room, Women's Wellness Information Desk, and the main lobby information desk. Volunteers must have the ability to walk long distances and posess quality customer service skills. Contact Sally at 801-479-2075 or visit the main lobby information desk for a volunteer packet.

Pioneer Adult Rehabilitation Center provides a safe environment of employment and training for those with disabilities. Volunteers are needed to help people with disabilities learn how to do work tasks. Most tasks involve packaging, assembly or light manufacturing work. Must be 18 years or older and pass a background check. For more information, contact Merri Ann Perkins at 801-402-0950. Basic training provided; applicant must be dependable; background check required. Call Dewey Cragun 801-458-9701.

Weber County Kiesel Jail needs volunteers to assist in mail room, input data and other clerical tasks. Background check required. Open 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Friday. 801-399-8558.

Your Community Connection promotes a safe and stable environment for families. It offers needed assistance through the domestic violence victim assistance center, homeless and housing assistance center and family enrichment center. Volunteers are needed to help in a variety of areas. For more information, contact YCC at 801-394-9456.

To submit a request for volunteers, call (801) 629-5220.

Abundant Life Social Services provides detailed assessments and evaluations as well as make recommendations based on current research in the social and behavioral sciences. Volunteers are needed to join the board of directors. For more information contact Darwin Crosland at 801-244-0084.

Davis County Youth and Families with Promise is an early intervention/prevention mentoring program for at risk youth, ages 10 to 14. Volunteers are needed to spend an hour or two a week in activities with at risk youth in your area. For more information, contact Jan Hadley at 801-451-3414 or e-mail at YFPdavis@hotmail.com.

Davis Hospital and Medical Center in Layton needs volunteers to share their time, skills and compassion assisting hospital staff, patients and visitors. Junior volunteers (ages 15-17) can explore career paths while giving service and gaining work experience; a student GPA of 3.0 required. Senior volunteers ages 18+ are also needed. A commitment to work one four-hour shift per week for six months is all it takes. Contact Rebecca Chase at 801-807-7003 or e-mail her at rchase@iasishealthcare.com.

Family Connection Center Food Bank, 875 E. Highway 193, Layton, has an ongoing need for food and assistance. Call 801-771-4642.

Golden Years Senior Activity Center in Bountiful provides fun and entertaining activities to the active seniors aged 60-plus. Volunteers are needed to work at the reception desk, teach classes, drive meal vans, and run meals to homebound seniors. For more information, contact T. Johnson at 801-295-3479.

Hearts That Heal is looking for service-minded musicians willing to donate their time playing in hospitals and nursing homes. Contact Debbie Beus at 801-540-5938 or e-mail her at Debbie@heartsthatheal.org or log on to http://heartsthatheal.org for details.

Hill Air Force Base Clinic is seeking much-needed volunteer help. Hours flexible. Contact Darlene Gabaldon at 801-777-0418.

Layton Victim Services provides assistance in understanding the criminal justice system, identifying helpful community resources, making a claim for restitution, filing a protective order and accompanying victims to court hearings. Volunteers are needed to be available in the office for emotional support, resource information, and filing orders and restitution. For more information, contact Karen Arroyo at 336-3599 or e-mail her at karroyo@laytoncity.org.