1. Medical Volunteering Opportunities

2. Why Volunteer? Enrich the lives of others Feel a sense of accomplishment and personal satisfaction Gain “job” experience and teamwork and communication skills Explore possible healthcare careers Looks real good on a college application!

3. Inova Fairfax Hospital Volunteer Office : 703-776-3447 Eligibility The teen program is designed for student age 15 to 17 years old. Current or graduating high school students who turned 18 during their senior year should apply through the teen program. All volunteers must commit to at least one 3–4 hour shift per week. The hospital volunteer program cannot accommodate volunteers who need to accumulate just a few hours of volunteer time toward a school or community-service requirement 2013 sessions Teens are accepted into the volunteer program only twice a year—once in June and once in September. You may choose to volunteer during the summer or the school year. 2013 Teen Volunteer Sessions Summer Session – June 22, 2013, to August 18, 2013 School Year Session – September 28, 2013, to June 22, 2014 Instructions on how to apply are found at: http://www.inova.org/get- involved/volunteer/inova-fairfax-hospital/teen-volunteer- opportunities/index.jsphttp://www.inova.org/get- involved/volunteer/inova-fairfax-hospital/teen-volunteer- opportunities/index.jsp

4. Inova Loudoun Hospital Volunteer Office: 703-858-8094 Junior program (for high school students 16 and older) Commitment: A minimum commitment of at least once a week for a 3-4 hour shift during the school year, and twice a week for a 3-4 hour shift during the summer. Instructions on how to apply are found at: http://www.inova.org/upload/docs/Get%20Involved/Volunt eer/ILH/ILH-Jr-Volunteer-Packet-08-2011.pdf http://www.inova.org/upload/docs/Get%20Involved/Volunt eer/ILH/ILH-Jr-Volunteer-Packet-08-2011.pdf

5. Inova Fair Oaks Hospital Volunteer Office: 703-391-3659 Our volunteer hotline at 703-391-3659 has general information to assist you. Currently we are accepting applications for adult and teen volunteers (16 years and older) to share their energy and commitment in our special Thrift Shop, located at 9683 Fairfax Boulevard in Fairfax. We also have weekday opportunities available in our hospital, Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please apply if you are available during these hours. Our adult and student volunteers are asked to commit to a minimum of 6 months or 60 hours of service. There is no “summer only” program. For more information: http://www.inova.org/get- involved/volunteer/inova-fair-oaks-hospital/index.jsphttp://www.inova.org/get- involved/volunteer/inova-fair-oaks-hospital/index.jsp

6. Fauquier Health Fauquier Health offers a Junior Volunteering program year round, with application opportunities twice a year, in early spring for our summer program and late summer/early fall for our fall program. Those interested in applying must be at least 14 years of age at the time they submit their application and must maintain a minimum of a C average in school. For more information, contact the Volunteer Director's Office at 540.316.2910 or email lauritzenl@fauquierhealth.

7. Fauquier Health Medical Camp Fauquier Health– offers summer medical camps to area teens interested in learning more about a career in medicine. For more information: http://www.fauquierhealth.org/ways-to-give.junior- auxiliary http://www.fauquierhealth.org/ways-to-give.junior- auxiliary

8. Red Cross Youth Volunteer (Prince William County) Purpose: The American Red Cross educates, encourages, and empowers youth to be role models in their communities through the sharing of the mission and principles of the Red Cross. The youth team is a community of teens ages 13-18, who volunteer with the Red Cross Key Responsibilities: Participate in service projects, special events, fundraising and leadership opportunities around your community. Time Commitment -Varies; Teams meet and host activities monthly -Active during the school year months (September - May/June) Qualifications: 13-18 years of age Training : Orientation to the American Red Cross Length of Appointment: School year months (September- May/June) Development Opportunities: Leadership opportunities, build resume To apply: http://www.redcross.org/support/volunteer/opportunities#step3 http://www.redcross.org/support/volunteer/opportunities#step3

9. Veterans Affairs Medical Centers Student Volunteer Program Student volunteers are an important part of the VA medical centers' treatment team. They will receive valuable experience and training which will benefit them in applying for college and jobs. The James H. Parke Memorial Youth Scholarship Award provides scholarship opportunities to students who volunteer at VA medical centers (your local VA health care Voluntary Service staff has current nomination criteria). The VA Voluntary Service program offers students excellent opportunities for: – exploring health care career options; – gaining experience in a health care environment; – learning new skills; making new friends; – qualifying to be nominated for James H. Parke Memorial college scholarships For more information: http://www.volunteer.va.gov/StudentProgram.asphttp://www.volunteer.va.gov/StudentProgram.asp