NEWPORT — Patients, families, as well as North Country Hospital staff, all appreciate local hospital volunteers throughout the year.
Between nearly 50 volunteers performing various jobs throughout the organization, a total of 8,000 hours have been logged over the last 12 months.
On April 8, the group was recognized for their dedication and many hours of service at a volunteer dinner prepared and hosted by the hospital’s own food and nutrition department.
On board since October 2018, President & CEO Brian Nall has been getting to know the volunteers and commented on how blessed the hospital is to have this dedicated core of individuals.
“I’m going to volunteer in the gift shop when I retire since that’s where my father volunteers at his local hospital,” Nall said.
Bill Perket, the vice president of human resources, also extended his appreciation for the commitment volunteers fulfill each and every day.
Merrilyn Barry, who leads the volunteers, proudly acknowledged everyone in attendance, awarding recognition gifts to all.
“I consider you my second family, and I love you all,” she said. “Everyone does their best to work their shift no matter what.”
Merrilyn Barry was doing a stellar job when I worked at NKHS..almost 20 years ago…. And looks like she is still doing a great job?