Volunteer Profiles
The Volunteer Auxiliary at Monument Health has been valuing patients for 50 years. Bonnie Martley brings a unique perspective to the value of volunteers — as one herself and as […]
Volunteer Profiles
This May, Monument Health came together with the Porter Project to provide a free book to more than 2,000 families of second grade students in the Black Hills. While that […]
Volunteer Profiles
Jason Olivencia is a car guy. The 12-year enlisted Air Force Technical Sergeant has a set of wheels to match his passion: a custom 2005 red and yellow Ford Mustang […]
Volunteer Profiles
Leaving your community better than you found it — there’s something inside of us that flourishes when we have a hand in that. If you’re looking for a heightened feeling […]
Volunteer Profiles
Sharon Hasvold had a rewarding 24-year career at Rapid City Hospital, and has served as the Volunteer Auxiliary president. For Sharon, being part of the hospital environment is about immersing […]
Volunteer Profiles
Since she started volunteering at Rapid City Hospital, Joyce Bjork has clocked over 32,000 volunteer hours — more than any other volunteer. But Joyce isn’t looking for recognition, she just […]
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Bobbi Jean is one of Monument Health’s most active volunteers. On top of her full-time role with Information Technology she also has volunteered more than 260 hours of her time […]
Volunteer Profiles
Managing volunteers at Monument Health Rapid City Hospital may sound like a challenging job, but for Konnie Sorensen it’s incredibly rewarding. Konnie Sorensen understands that the impact of volunteering just […]
Volunteer Profiles
Why do you volunteer? After semi-retiring from ranching in Perkins County, I was looking for an opportunity to meet people and get involved in the community. I was invited to […]
Volunteer Profiles
A hospital stay can be physically, mentally and emotionally challenging. Volunteers like Kim help bring patients a little bit of comfort in the form of a handmade blanket. What […]
Volunteer Profiles
Donna Kluthe is a Volunteer at Rapid City Hospital. When patients and visitors come to the hospital, they may have trouble knowing exactly where to go. Luckily, volunteers like Donna […]
Volunteer Profiles
CMA’s mission is religious, but they’re here to help anyone who needs them, regardless of denomination or religious affiliation. CMA member Joyce Klein has been volunteering at the Rally since […]
Volunteer Profiles
When her mother developed cancer, Monument Health Hospice helped Sue’s entire family. One year later, she decided to give back, volunteering to help others in Hospice. She didn’t realize it […]
Volunteer Profiles
After a successful nursing career spanning more than 30 years, Mary Mickley stays connected to the medical community by volunteering at Monument Health Rapid City Hospital. Even though she no […]
Volunteer Profiles
For the last 20 years, Beverly Paschke has devoted time to volunteering with Monument Health, and taking steps to make patient stays just a little more comfortable. Prior to moving […]
Volunteer Profiles
Long past the age when most people retire, Shirley Bell can still be found in the gift shop at Monument Health—a position she has held for 45 years. Even more […]
Volunteer Profiles
Paul Winckler brings spiritual comfort and emotional support to those in need within the hospital community. Pastor Paul finds joy in building relationships with patients and their families as they […]
Volunteer Profiles
Kathy has been with Monument Health for almost 30 years, and has worked in the laboratory environment for over 40. Four years ago, her role expanded to cover all the […]
