Volunteer at Bryan Medical Center

"My dream is to become a physician assistant and I feel that by volunteering at Bryan Health, I would be able to see the ins and outs of the hospital."

Cassie began volunteering at Bryan in May of 2022. She is an ICU partner, providing support to the intensive care unit by answering the unit entry door. Cassie loves to help people and is excited that volunteering will benefit her future career, as she journeys on to one day become a physician assistant.

"I say go for it! There's nothing to lose, and you'll gain so much more than you might expect. It's a rewarding experience that offers both personal growth and the chance to be part of a caring community."

Hadiya volunteers at Bryan as a project partner, supporting the volunteers and customer care staff. She helps sort paperwork, fold baby clothes and onesies and keep the things clean and organized. She also assembles birthday cards and other thoughtful items for patients.

"Volunteering at Bryan is a break from the rest of your activities and allows for you to really enjoy the experience more and get to know the people. You can make friends while you are doing it!"

Holden volunteers at Bryan as a comfort hands partner, providing hand massages to cancer patients at the April Sampson Cancer Center. He is currently a phlebotomist at Bryan and a master's student at UNMC. He finds volunteering easy because he views it as a break from the busyness of school and work. Along with building relationships with patients and staff at the cancer center, he finds it is a fun way to take a break!

"It's a profoundly rewarding experience. The opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of patients is priceless. If you have a chance, I highly encourage you to join us in making a difference at Bryan."

Sawyer began volunteering at Bryan in March of 2023. His primary role involves his therapy dog, Finley, to visit patients. Together, they provide emotional support and companionship to patients who are in need. Finley has become best friends with and a great source of cheer for the nurses they see each week too!

"You should do it! It's a great way to give back and will be beneficial for yourself and everyone who walks in the door."

Kevin began volunteering in 2024 and is a family care host. In his role he checks in visitors to the surgery waiting room and is available for the families to answer any questions or discuss concerns they may have. After his wife passed from cancer several years ago, and spending a lot of time in hospitals, he discovered great people in the medical community that helped through their journey and feels his time volunteering now is a good way to give back.

"There is something for everyone!""

Mary began volunteering two years ago upon retiring. She wears many hats as a Bryan volunteer – including as a hospice volunteer, comforting patients and families, crafting blankets for hospice patients, as a wayfinder helping patients and families get to where they need to go and even as a difference baker, baking cookies for anyone visiting Bryan.

"Say yes! It's one of the most rewarding gifts you can give, and you may be surprised how much you receive in return."

Polly began volunteering at Bryan in 2022. She is a family care host. Whether she is offering a calming presence, a kind word or simply a warm smile, her small acts mean the world to someone going through a difficult time.

"Come and join us! There is nothing more rewarding than being a Bryan Health volunteer! It's a great place to be and I feel like I can make a difference!"

Lana became a Bryan volunteer nine years ago upon retiring from education. She volunteers one day a week, beginning her morning as a cuddler in the NICU, rocking our tiniest patients in a quiet room. In the afternoon, she becomes a wayfinder, helping patients find their way to their scheduled appointments, their hospital room or to an area for a procedure. She is also a member of the Bryan Volunteers and Custome Care Advisory Council.

"I find it's a great outlet for me and at the same time, hopefully therapeutic for those going through any turmoil, grief or happiness."