United States Department of Veterans Affairs

VA Maryland Health Care System

Volunteer Opportunities

As a volunteer, you can experience meaningful assignments throughout the VA Maryland Health Care System. We will assist you in finding an assignment based on your skills, needs and desired level of involvement. Assignments include:

Escort Service
Patient Greeter
Information Desk Attendant
Nursing Assistant
Driver
Mailroom Clerk
Data Entry Assistant
Recreation Aid
Receptionist
Clerical Assistant
Youth Volunteer

There are many other volunteer opportunities within our health care system. We want your volunteer experience to be as rewarding for you as it is for us. Our goal is to assist you in finding an assignment that most closely fits your special talents.

Benefits and Privileges

As a VA Maryland Health Care System volunteer, you will receive a number of benefits, including:

Opportunity to take advantage of discounts at the Canteen Retail Store
Eligibility for Membership at the Perry Point Credit Union
Eligibility for Special Health Services, including flu shots, skin tests and information on health and wellness issues
Educational Seminars
Newsletter, “The Volunteer Voice”
Free Parking
Complimentary Meal
Access to our Medical Library

How do I get started?

You may receive an application simply by calling the Office of Public & Community Relations (Voluntary Services) at any of our locations within the VA Maryland Health Care System.

Baltimore VA Medical Center
10 North Greene Street, Baltimore, MD 21201
(410) 605-7100

Perry Point VA Medical Center
Perry Point, MD 21902
(410) 642-1039

Loch Raven VA Community Living & Rehabilitation Center
3900 Loch Raven Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 605-7000, ext. 5877

After a review of your application, you will be scheduled for an interview and orientation. Please call us if you have any questions. We will be happy to assist you.

How Can I help?

Volunteers are very special at the VA Maryland Health Care System… special in many ways. You most likely have skills that are extremely valuable to us. Your commitment and desire to donate your time and talents to those who have served this country will provide a vital link to the community for our veteran patients. Through the partnership of dedicated employees and caring volunteers, the needs of our veterans are being met.