The Chesapeake General Hospital Auxiliary
Volunteers needed
The Chesapeake General Hospital Auxiliary was developed with hard-working hands and spirited hearts. Each member is dedicated to serving as a valuable resource to the hospital and as an ambassador in the community.
It all began in September 1974 when a group of determined women had a mission – to selflessly provide their services to Chesapeake General Hospital and its patients and to promote health and wellness to the community.
Today, CGHA has grown with the hospital and its presence is seen through a variety of community events, as well as through the purchase of special medical equipment in several hospital departments.
It takes a special type of person to be a member. It takes someone who believes in the mission of Chesapeake General Hospital. It takes someone who’s willing to give time and resources to help provide quality care to the community. It takes someone who can look beyond today and envision the kind of medical care future generations need and work toward helping the hospital meet those needs.
If you want to meet these challenges, you will be a valuable addition to CGHA. And, we would love to have you join us! If you need more information, call 312.6109.
Membership
It is easy to join CGHA. Membership is open to anyone, male or female, who is interested in continuing the mission of Chesapeake General Hospital. You may contribute as much time as you wish. There are no limitations. Modest annual dues are collected no later than July 1. A membership directory listing all members and elected officers and their positions is distributed each year.
General membership meetings are held quarterly (September, December, March and May). The installation of new CGHA officers is in June. The governing board meets the first Monday of each month, from September through June. After each board meeting, a newsletter is distributed to keep you up to date on the latest CGHA Issues.
Gift Shop
The hospital Gift Shop is operated by CGHA and is staffed by volunteers. This includes the Gift Cart, which makes rounds to patient floors. All proceeds are deposited into the Auxiliary Fund, which is used to purchase new medical equipment.
Scholarship Fund
The Holiday “Light the World” project contributes to the scholarship fund for Chesapeake students who are interested in the medical profession. The donations received for each sponsored holiday tree light make up the scholarships, which are awarded by CGHA each year.
Service Projects
As with any special event or project, the auxiliary’s effectiveness goes hand-in-hand with the interests of the community. But, the goal of CGHA service projects remains the same . . . to provide as much financial support for the hospital as possible. There are several ongoing CGHA events/projects that are successful year after year. Examples of such projects include the Spring Fashion Show, jewelry sales, uniform sales, book sales and the Memorial Fund. Additionally, auxiliary members volunteer with the Chesapeake Health Foundation’s annual fundraising gala.
Through these types of projects, CGHA has furnished CGH’s Women’s Unit and provided medical equipment for pulmonary function testing, mammography, peripheral vascular lab, echocardiogram units, ultrasound machines, ventilators, fetal monitors and transport incubators, to name a few. Each service project sponsored by CGHA provides this much needed equipment and literally saves thousands of dollars for the hospital.
Volunteering
Members of the CGHA are also invited to join the volunteer program. However, you do not have to serve as a volunteer to be a member of CGHA. Volunteers serve in a number of capacities, such as patient escorts, clerical assistants, mail delivery, information desk receptionists, waiting room liaisons and, of course, in the Gift Shop.
If you are interested in volunteering in an area that has not been listed, just inquire. There are lots of other opportunities available. For more information, please call Volunteer Services at 757.312.6109.
Join Us!
The CGHA is an enthusiastic group of men and women who provide immeasurable support for Chesapeake General Hospital and the community as a whole. We invite you to take an interest in your community and take an active role in CGHA. We’d love to have you join our organization. For more information call 757.312.6109.