The Healing Strings of Cheryl’s Harp
This Mental Health Awareness Month, read how one volunteer is bringing comfort, connection, and peace through music to Alzheimer’s and dementia patients at NMC Health.
Volunteer Chaplain Finds Meaning in the Quiet Moments
Kevin’s first weeks as a volunteer chaplain have already made a lasting impact. From meaningful bedside conversations to simply being present in moments of crisis, he’s learned that compassion doesn’t always need words – just a willing heart.
More Than A Hello: How Volunteer Patrick Brightens NMC Health
From processing mail to brightening someone’s day with a simple hello, Patrick proves that no act of kindness is ever too small.
A Volunteer Spotlight: The Quiet Force Behind the Scenes
What began with a skein of yarn and a mother’s deep love has turned into a decades-long mission of care and compassion at NMC Health.
Volunteer Chaplain Shares How Spiritual Support Helps Patients Heal
When Ron Moyo walks into an NMC Health hospital room, he doesn’t come with all the answers. But he does bring something even more powerful: hope.
From Community Leader to Hospital Volunteer
Willis Heck has a gift for creating community, supporting others, and leading by example. A retired community leader and former member of the Newton City Commission, Willis now dedicates his days to volunteering at NMC Health, bringing with him a lifetime of leadership and a heart full of compassion. The path to volunteering Willis’s journey […]
Heart of Kindness: Meet Volunteer Cheryl W.
Cheryl W. is a retired teacher with a heart full of kindness and a passion for lending a helping hand. After a rewarding career in education, Cheryl felt a pull to continue making a positive difference in people’s lives. Inspired by friends from her church who volunteered at NMC Health, Cheryl decided to join them […]