Program Description: The purpose of the Oncology
Recreation Therapy (ORT) program is to assist patients with
cancer and their families in coping with the secondary effects
of their illness.
Upon assessment of the patients’ needs, interests, and
abilities, appropriate recreation activities are offered to
assist in maintaining or improving mental, social, cognitive,
and physical well-being.
Volunteer Location: Adult Oncology Medical Units 9100
and 9300, and Adult Bone Marrow Transplant 9200. Patients with
cancer being treated on other units may also be served on a
referral basis.
Volunteer Requirements
Application Process: An application must first be
submitted. A background check is required. Volunteer Services’
requirements including JCAHO safety training and necessary
health/TB screening must be met.
Commitment: A minimum of six months commitment is
required.
Hours: Hours are flexible, but two hours per week
minimum is requested.
Physical Requirements: Volunteers should have
adequate vision, hearing, speech, and mobility to engage with
minimal-to-no difficulty.
Dress Code: Please dress in clean, neat, and casual
clothing. Sleeveless shirts, above the knee shorts, and
open-toed shoes should be avoided. Moderate amounts of time are
spent on your feet, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
Please avoid wearing any perfumes or heavy cologne.
Volunteer Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one social visits
- Teach or assist with craft projects
- Read to patients
- Assist with letter writing and menu completion
- Play cards and/or table games
- Provide entertainment or educational programs
- Communicate effectively to patients in a non-threatening
manner
- Run errands for staff or be of clerical assistance
Supervisor: Kristy L. Everette, LRT/CTRS
