Volunteer
Volunteer opportunities are available daily, weekly, monthly, or annually, as it fits into your schedule.
Our residents cherish the time they spend with our volunteers.
What is the most precious gift you can give? Your time as a volunteer to the residents at Dove Healthcare.
When you become a volunteer and share life experiences with one of our residents, you each make a new friend. The residents' lives and your life too will be richer for the time you spend together sharing memories and creating new ones.
Who volunteers?
- Schools, Churches, and Civic Groups
- Individuals and Retirees
Become a Volunteer
How volunteers help
- Visit with residents
- Read to residents
- Write letters
- Play bingo, cards, or board games
- Share talents (dancing, singing, comedy, etc.)
- Help with parties and activities
- Bring in pets (on a leash with up-to-date vaccinations)
- Be a companion during outings
- Help a resident with their shopping
- Give manicures
Our Volunteer Coordinators
Rely on our volunteer coordinators to assist you with getting started.

Dove Healthcare - St. Croix Falls
Michelle Boettcher
Recreation Director, 2022
715-483-9815, 42718
Email Michelle

Dove Healthcare - Barron Assisted Living
Jena Florczak, BS
Director, 2024
715-537-1151, ext. 14010
Email Jena

Dove Healthcare - Spooner and Spooner Assisted Living
Emily Gudis
Administrator, 2016
715-635-1420
Email Emily

Dove Healthcare - Spooner and Spooner Assisted Living
Carol Johnson
Recreation Director, 2011
Email Carol

Dove Healthcare - Osseo Assisted Living and Osseo
Thea Kurth
Recreation Director, 2015
715-597-2493
Email Thea

Dove Healthcare - Orchard Hills Assisted Living and West Eau Claire
Melissa Neill
Recreation Director, 2020
Email Melissa

Dove Healthcare - Bloomer and Bloomer Assisted Living
Laura Odness
Recreation Director, 2019
715-568-9770
Email Laura

Dove Healthcare - Regional Vent Center and Rutledge Home
Liz Thon
Recreation Director, 2022
715-723-9348 ext. 1270
Email Liz

Dove Healthcare - Rice Lake
Nadine Williams, AAP-BC, ADC
Recreation Director, 2016
715-234-2604
Email Nadine