Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Service learning ( community giving)

On Friday my group ( Community giving )we agreed that we were going to do 2 different projects.The first project was focusing on either CHOP or children in foster homes and the second focus was animal shelters or homelessness.My group didn't have enough time
to come down to an agreement and to look at all of the qualifications
for the choices so we don't have definite choices.

Thursday, April 10, 2008

1940's weapons



world war 2 was the largest armed conflict in history, the entire world and involving more countries that  any other war, as well as introducing the most powerful weapons. My favorite weapon was the bazooka. Thew bazooka weapon was one of the first anti- tank weapons based on the heat shell to enter service, used by the united states armed forces in world war 2. it was nicknamed a "bazooka" from a vague resembled to the musical instrument. It was highly effective, so much so that the Germans copied it outright to produce their own version known as the Panzerschreck.
My second favorite was the MG42. This gun at this rate it becomes impossible for the human ear to discern the sound of individual bullets being fired, and thus when in use the gun makes a sound described both as "ripping cloth" and "hitler's buzzsaw."

Tuesday, April 1, 2008

Service Learning (Children's Hospital)

To Volunteer: What Should I Do Next?

Call (206) 987-2155 to sign up for an orientation.

Please let us know whether you prefer to volunteer during weekday hours (before 2 p.m.), evening hours (after 2 p.m.), or on the weekends.

There are separate orientations for those who want to volunteer at different times. Please schedule the appropriate orientation for your time availability.

Opportunities

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers serve as important links between Children's and the community. Through their work, volunteers come to understand the mission and vision of Children's. They take what they learn back to their families, places of work, and neighborhoods.

Volunteer service falls into two major categories:



Age Requirements

Prospective volunteers must be at least:

  • 14 years of age to volunteer at the hospital in a non-patient area
  • 16 years of age to have patient contact in the playroom or clinics
  • Over 18 years of age for other patient areas

    Minimum Age: 16

    Mature, enthusiastic, caring, and reliable volunteers are needed to assist in the Child Life Playroom. Volunteers must be able to interact and engage with children of all ages.

    Volunteers play with children in the inpatient playroom and in patient rooms. They also help maintain toys and play supplies for all areas.

    (Minimum 6 month commitment)

    Child Life Department Outpatient Playroom

    Minimum Age: 16

    Assist in supporting the Ambulatory Care Clinics. Mature, self-motivated, organized volunteers are needed to provide fun, purposeful activities for children waiting for their clinic appointment(s).

    Volunteers also help maintain the toys and play supplies in the Playroom; checking for safety, and cleaning on a regular basis.

    Minimum Age: 16

    Support patients and families while they are in recovery by providing blankets, videos, toys and juice. Assist the hospital staff by running errands and collecting and returning charts and pagers. Set up wheelchairs for discharge and escort families as needed. Clean recovery rooms and prepare and label surgery packets.

    Therapy Pool*

    Minimum Age: 16

    Have a splashing good time volunteering in the therapy pool! This is an opportunity to work directly with patients and families.

    Minimum Age: 14

    Restock shelves with medical supplies. Deliver medical supplies and equipment to all areas of the hospital and other patient care supply related activities.

    Clerical and Office Support*

    Minimum Age: 14

    Assist the staff with clerical and office duties in clinical and administrative departments. Opportunities are open to volunteers who would like to gain office experience and learn new skills in a hospital environment.

    Duties may include filing and collating, answering phones, using office machines and word processing.

    Minimum Age: 14

    Welcome and direct people, escort patients and families, respond to visitor's questions, deliver patient gifts, distribute wheelchairs and more.

    Materials Management*

    Minimum Age: 14

    Travel throughout the hospital delivering equipment and supplies vital to the day-to-day operation of the hospital. Help keep the hospital hallways and entrances clean and clear of equipment. Prospective volunteers should be able to push or pull a minimum of 50 pounds, to motivate themselves and be able to perform multiple tasks at once.

    Messengers*

    Minimum Age: 14

    A great way to learn your way around the hospital. Delivering flowers and gifts to patient areas, collecting and distributing wheelchairs, pick-up and delivery of charts and other equipment, and dozens of other in-hospital errands.

    Messengers also assist with various projects in the volunteer office such as bulk mailings and other fun stuff!

    Retail Sales Gift Shop & Thrift Stores*

    Minimum Age: 16

    A perfect job for persons with retail background, those interested in a business/retail career or those who love to shop! Volunteer opportunities are available at the Children's Hospital Gift Shop or at one of our community Thrift Stores.