Service-Learning OpportunitiesAt — Ronald McDonald Family Room - Ventura

Opportunity Summary 

The Ventura County Medical Center has adopted a Ronald McDonald Family Room, the first of its kind in a county medical facility. The Family Room provides respite for families with a child in the hospital. We are seeking volunteers to help staff the Family Room.

Opportunity Learning Outcomes 

How to engage with families that are dealing with a medical crisis with their child. They will also learn how to build community and create a supportive environment for families in a serious time of need.

Opportunity Training 

Extensive training will be provided by both the Ventura County Medical Center and Family Room Manager. This will include how to provide emotional support for families in the midst of a medical crisis with their child and how to ensure the family room is operated well for the comfort of the families we aim to serve.

Additional risk specific to this opportunity 

All volunteers must be Covid-19 vaccinated and wear a face mask to best protect the immune-compromised children we serve.

Program 
Curricular Cmty Eng Lrng
Service Learning
Location Type 
Hybrid (combination of on-site and remote)
Location 
Ventura, CA
United States
Expected Hours 
HoursDuration
4hours per week
Students required to have a personal vehicle 
No
Fees students may incur with this opportunity 
No Fees will be incurred by students
This opportunity provides some form of compensation 
No
Opportunity Availability 
Ongoing