Give your Time
A volunteer is someone who is selfless and focused only on making a difference.
Our volunteers at Regional Medical Center in Manchester, Iowa, make a positive difference in the lives of so many in our community!
Each volunteer chooses the area they would like to help and how much time they volunteer for. Some volunteer as little as a couple times a year and others a couple times a week. Others choose to be a special project volunteer, making baby hats and blankets. Every volunteer matters. Every volunteer makes a difference.
Contact
Questions? We would love to talk to you about joining our Volunteer Services team! Contact Valerie Lindsay at 563-927-7534 or vlindsay@regmedctr.org.
Staff Volunteer
- A Staff Volunteer is someone who is committed to being a long-term volunteer at our hospital.
- These volunteers will be in active volunteer roles on campus at RMC or at external hospital-sponsored events.
- All prospective Staff Volunteers must complete an application, criminal background check and orientation.
- High school students age 16+
- Adults
- Couples
- Staff
- Retired Individuals
- Gift Shop clerk (register or bagger role)
- Jerry’s Place (public dining) clerk & stocking
- Auxiliary committees
- Clerical / project support
- Landscaping/beautification
- Pet Therapy
- Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP)
- Blood drives
- Special events
- Fill out the electronic Volunteer Application form
- Complete and email the following forms to vlindsay@regmedctr.org or mail them to ATTN: Valerie Lindsay, Regional Medical Center, PO Box 359, Manchester, IA 52057
Criminal History Record Check
Confidentiality and Security Agreement
Reference (need 1 non-family member reference)
- Annual volunteer recognition
- Free flu shots (subject to supply availability)
- HILLTOP Gift Shop volunteers receive a 10% discount on the days you volunteer
- Free meal in the Jerry’s Place cafeteria on the days you volunteer 2 hours or more
- 50% off membership at the Bob Holtz Wellness Center

Special Project Volunteer
If you are unable to be a routine volunteer or if you are part of a group/organization, but want to make a difference with Special Projects, this is for you. RMC Volunteer Services are fortunate to receive donations such as blankets and baby hats that make a real difference in the lives of our patients and families.
- Individuals
- Families
- Groups
- Organizations
- Questions? Contact Valerie Lindsay at 563-927-7534 or vlindsay@regmedctr.org.
All special project donations must follow our guidelines below in order to be given to our patients. Our guidelines are here to ensure the safety of our patients.
- Must come from a smoke-free, dust-free, pet-free environment
- Donations should not be gift wrapped
- Please do not include personal information on items
- All blankets and baby hats must be:
- Made from new materials and placed in a new, non-scented plastic bag when delivered
- Be laundered with non-scented, allergen-free detergent and no fabric softener before starting the project. When drying the fabric, do not use scented dryer sheets
- Have all pins and clips removed prior to being delivered
- Follow the provided instructions and templates
Each newborn at RMC receives a handmade hat (knit or crochet) for their families to cherish.
Please call Valerie Lindsay at 563-927-7534 or email vlindsay@regmedctr.org to receive detailed information and specifications for donating baby hats.
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All special project donations must follow our guidelines below in order to be given to our patients. Our guidelines are here to ensure the safety of our patients.
- Must come from a smoke-free, dust-free, pet-free environment
- Donations should not be gift wrapped
- Please do not include personal information on items
- All baby hats must be:
- Made from new materials and placed in a new, non-scented plastic bag when delivered
- Be laundered with non-scented, allergen-free detergent and no fabric softener before starting the project. When drying the fabric, do not use scented dryer sheets
- Have all pins and clips removed prior to being delivered
- Follow the provided instructions and templates
Make tie/no-sew blankets for pediatric patients at RMC and Parents as Teachers! Please see our blanket pattern and instructions here.
For safety reasons, only single layer tie/no-sew blankets are accepted.
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All special project donations must follow our guidelines below in order to be given to our patients. Our guidelines are here to ensure the safety of our patients.
- Must come from a smoke-free, dust-free, pet-free environment
- Donations should not be gift wrapped
- Please do not include personal information on items
- All blankets must be:
- Made from new materials and placed in a new, non-scented plastic bag when delivered
- Be laundered with non-scented, allergen-free detergent and no fabric softener before starting the project. When drying the fabric, do not use scented dryer sheets
- Have all pins and clips removed prior to being delivered
- Follow the provided instructions and templates
Please call Valerie Lindsay at 563-927-7534 or email vlindsay@regmedctr.org if you have questions.
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