Volunteer or Donate
Welcome to the Department of Veterans Affairs, Southern Nevada Healthcare System (VASNHS), VA Voluntary Service (VAVS) website. VAVS is the largest Volunteer program in the Federal Government and our history reaches back to 1946. VAVS Volunteers have contributed over 676 million hours of time and expertise to improve the lives of Veterans, nationally.
Within the past 11 years, the local VAVS has expanded services to all medical facilities within the VASNHS. These include the VA sSouthern Nevada Healthcare System Medical Center, Four Primary Care Clinics, the Psychosocial Rehabilitative Recovery Center (PRRC), Readjustment Counseling Service (RCS)/Veterans' Outreach Center (Vet Center) in Las Vegas and Henderson NV, Community Referral and Resource Center (CRRC), Community Base Outpatient Clinics (CBOC) in Pahrump, Nevada, Lauglin Rural Outreach Clinic, the Nevada State Veterans Home in Boulder City, Nevada.
Voluntary Service Needs List
At VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System we rely on your donations to meet the unique needs of our Veteran patients. Below are some of the items that we currently need. Sorry, we cannot accept used clothing items.
Year Round Clothing Needs
T-shirts (sizes L, XL, 1X, 2X, 3X)
Socks
Diabetic Socks
Underwear (boxers and briefs)
Women’s clothing (sizes L, XL, 1X, 2X, 3X)
Women’s undergarments in various sizes
Sweat pants and shirts
Shoes for Men and Women
Personal Hygiene Items
| Body Lotion | Body Wash/Shower Gel | Combs/Brushes |
| Tooth Brushes | Shampoo | Magnifying Glass |
| Tooth Paste | Shave Cream/Razors (M&F) | Lip Balm |
| Stick Deodorant | Sleep Mask | Pocket Mirror |
Miscellaneous Items
| Canteen Books | Gift Cards | Phone Cards |
| Bus Passes | Bottled Water | Decaf Coffee |
| Creamer | Sugar and Sugar Substitute | Healthy Snacks in Single Serving Sizes |
| Puzzle Books - Word Search | Coloring Books | Crayons |
| Reading Glasses | Writing Materials | Ziplock Bags - Snack and Gallon Size |
| Cloth Shopping Bag | Tote Bags |
Donating To VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System
By Mail
VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System
Voluntary Service (135)
6900 N. Pecos Rd.
North Las Vegas, NV 89086
To make a credit card donation, go to
www.lasvegas.va.gov
E-Donate
https://www.pay.gov/public/form/start/53164095
Monetary donations are gratefully accepted and can be designated for specific programs upon request. Please make checks payable to Agent Cashier VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System.
Volunteering
Volunteers provide many important functions throughout the Medical Center and help make our Veteran patients' stay more enjoyable. Volunteers perform a number of services and their talents are closely matched with one of our many assignments.
In these challenging times, our VA Volunteers are ensuring America's Heroes get the best care possible and exemplify appreciation of a grateful nation.
To Volunteer, call (702) 791-9134 to arrange for an interview to discuss your interests and skills as they pertain to our mission to provide comfort and care to America's Veterans.
2017 Youth Volunteer Packet - Complete by April 7, 2017
Upcoming Events:
VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System Open House
In recognition of National Salute to Veteran Patients
Wenesday, February 14, 2017
10:00am – 12:00pm
VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System Auditorium
6900 North Pecos Road
North Las Vegas, NV 89086
RSVP at the VAVS Office at 702-791-9134
Volunteer Positions Needed
These are some of the volunteer positions that we are looking to fill:
All Locations in Las Vegas as well as Pahrump, Laughlin and Mesquite are in need of volunteer drivers for the DAV’s Volunteer Transportation Network
Hospital
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URGENT NEED 5th floor waiting area
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URGENT NEED Coffee Cart at Hospital
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Information Desk Volunteers – Most Shifts
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URGENT NEED Make appointment reminder calls
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Mail Cart
Primary Care Clinics
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Information desks
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Escort volunteers
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Coffee Counter volunteers
If you don’t see it listed here. Let us know, we may have an opportunity to fill a niche!
If your group is interested in doing a special event, or making bedside visits, please contact Karen Cinnamon to set up a date and time.
THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO TO SUPPORT OUR VETERAN PATIENTS!
please contact the VA Voluntary Service office at (702) 791-9134
