Volunteer Opportunities

Prairie Lakes Healthcare Systems welcomes volunteers of all ages and abilities. Interested parties should enjoy providing guidance and assistance to others and appreciate a social setting.

Volunteers may serve in a variety of areas, including:

  • Gift Shop
  • Same Day Surgery Desk
  • Information Desk
  • Caring Club House
  • Clerical Office Areas
  • Hospice 

Volunteers generally work a 4-hour shift with most areas offering a morning and afternoon shift. Volunteers may choose to work as little as one day a month or as frequently as several days per week. Orientation and training are provided until you reach a level of comfort.

Prairie Lakes offers several benefits to volunteers, including:

  • Free breakfast or lunch with each 4-hour shift worked
  • Annual volunteer appreciation event
  • Prairie Lakes gifts

How to Become a Volunteer

Volunteer applicants will meet with a Prairie Lakes volunteer coordinator. All necessary paperwork will be reviewed and completed. Volunteers must agree to adhere to a strict confidentiality policy. Placement decisions take into consideration your desires, interests, skill set and personality.

For more information on becoming a volunteer, please call 605-882-7716 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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