{"id":364,"date":"2023-01-25T11:31:11","date_gmt":"2023-01-25T11:31:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dbhds.virginia.gov\/facilities\/nvmhi\/?page_id=364"},"modified":"2023-02-13T21:09:37","modified_gmt":"2023-02-13T21:09:37","slug":"volunteer-services-and-donation-opportunities","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dbhds.virginia.gov\/facilities\/nvmhi\/volunteer-services-and-donation-opportunities\/","title":{"rendered":"Volunteer Services and Donation Opportunities"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Volunteer Services<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Volunteers play a crucial role in Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute programs and Volunteer Services ability to improve the lives of those suffering from mental illness. Volunteers embody hope, empowerment, self-responsibility and life fulfillment. Our volunteers learn new skills, make new friends, and make a lasting difference in a person\u2019s life. Become a volunteer today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Types of volunteers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Regular volunteers perform administrative tasks or participate in interactions with individuals on a consistent basis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Group volunteers consist of church, civic, and student groups who come to help with an event such as holiday parties, concerts, social hour or special project.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fundraiser volunteers help identify and raise funds for special needs that NVMHI has.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Current Volunteer Needs:&nbsp;<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Therapy Department is currently seeking enthusiastic and compassionate volunteers to lead structured, in-person Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings on a weekly basis. If you&#8217;re passionate about supporting others in their recovery journey and enjoy creating a positive, healing environment, we\u2019d love to have you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a facilitator, you\u2019ll help plan group sessions and contribute to meaningful programming that enhances recovery. Volunteers are asked to commit just 60\u201390 minutes per week\u2014an hour that can truly make a difference in someone\u2019s life. Join us and be a part of something rewarding, impactful, and even a little fun!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To become a volunteer, you must be at least 18 years old. There is an application process that includes a background check, TB test and drug test. We provide an orientation and on the job training. NVMHI is a tobacco, drug, alcohol free campus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are interested in volunteering, please email an\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dbhds.virginia.gov\/facilities\/nvmhi\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/09\/NVMHIVS2025.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Application<\/a>\u00a0to Volunteer Services at (<a href=\"mailto:NVMHI.Volunteers@dbhds.virginia.gov\">NVMHI.Volunteers@dbhds.virginia.gov<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nvmhi.dbhds.virginia.gov\/facilities\/resources\/nvmhi\/assets\/pdf\/volunteer-faq.pdf\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/nvmhi.dbhds.virginia.gov\/facilities\/resources\/nvmhi\/assets\/pdf\/volunteer-faq.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Frequently asked Questions &#8211; volunteering<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Donating<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Volunteer Services relies on supportive friends in the community to bridge the gap between government funding and the hospital\u2019s desire to make the individuals\u2019 stay more enjoyable. All donations are used solely for the purpose of comfort and welfare of the individuals. You can help by making a contribution in one or more of the following ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cash Donations<\/strong><br>Monetary contributions give Volunteer Services the flexibility to use funds where the need is greatest. You are always welcome to designate your gift in honor of a friend or in memory of a loved one. To submit a donation \u201cin honor or memoriam,\u201d please include the name of the person you wish to honor\/memoriam and the name and address of a family member so that we can acknowledge the gift. <strong>Gift cards to Target and Walmart are also welcomed.<\/strong> Checks should be payable to \u201cNorthern Virginia Mental Health\u201d and sent to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Volunteer Services<\/strong><br>Northern Virginia Mental Health<br>3302 Gallows Road<br>Falls Church, VA 22042<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be sure to include the name of individual(s) being honored or remembered and the mailing address of those you wish to be notified.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Non-Cash Donations<\/strong><br>Non-cash donations are used solely for the comfort and welfare of the individuals. Donations may be dropped off in the lobby anytime between 9:00AM-4:00PM daily (except state holidays). For large donations, please call Volunteer Services in advance to make an appointment for dropping off items. 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