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

How do volunteers help?

  • Visit with residents
  • Read to residents
  • Write letters
  • Play bingo, cards, or board games
  • Share your 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
Become a Volunteer

No One Dies Alone

Volunteer to be a companion at Dove Healthcare - West Eau Claire, and offer support to those who are dying. From time to time, residents have neither family nor friends to be with them as they near the end of their life. Even when loved ones are able to be present, they may need to take an occasional break away. Whether it is a willingness to hold a hand, fluff a pillow, or just be present, volunteers perform a variety of comfort care measures.

To volunteer, complete the application and return it for screening and background check. Once approved, you must attend a training session. Volunteers are required to maintain the complete confidentiality of each resident and respect their spirituality. Call 715-552-1030 for more information.

Complete the application

Our Volunteer Coordinators

Rely on our volunteer coordinators to assist you with getting started.

Mandy Alvar

Dove Healthcare - South Eau Claire

Mandy Alvar
Recreation Director, 2010
715-552-1035
Email Mandy

Darlene Daigle

Dove Healthcare - Rutledge Home

Darlene Daigle
Recreation Director, 2022
715-723-5566
Email Darlene

Thea Kurth

Dove Healthcare - Osseo Assisted Living and Osseo

Thea Kurth
Recreation Director, 2015
715-597-2493
Email Thea

Kena Luzinski

Dove Healthcare - Rutledge Home

Kena Luzinski
Director, 2020
715-723-3093 ext 144
Email Kena

Melissa Neill

Dove Healthcare - West Eau Claire

Melissa Neill
Recreation Director, 2020
Email Melissa

Laura Odness

Dove Healthcare - Bloomer and Bloomer Assisted Living

Laura Odness
Recreation Director, 2019
715-568-9770
Email Laura

Hannah Overlien

Dove Healthcare - Barron Assisted Living

Hannah Overlien, NHA
Administrator. 2020
715-475-1830
Email Hannah

Michele Pawlak

Dove Healthcare - Orchard Hills Assisted Living

Michele Pawlak
Recreation Director, 2018
Email Michele

Liz Thon

Dove Healthcare - Regional Vent Center

Liz Thon
Recreation Director, 2022
715-723-9348 ext. 1270
Email Liz

Nadine Williams

Dove Healthcare - Rice Lake

Nadine Williams, AAP-BC, ADC
Recreation Director, 2016
715-234-2604
Email Nadine