AARP Nurse Volunteer / Patient and Family Advisory Council Member (PFAC)

(In-person or Virtual)

Help improve hospital care by joining a Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC). PFACs are composed of 5-20 members, including patients and family members, who share their firsthand experiences to drive improvements in hospital caregiving. AARP is building a network of nurse volunteers to join these councils and contribute to a better hospital caregiving experience.

As a Nurse Volunteer and PFAC member, you’ll collaborate with hospital staff, patients, and families to:

• Improve hospital policies.
• Influence facility design to better meet patient needs.
• Enhance how care is planned, delivered, and evaluated.

Sign up to become an AARP Nurse Volunteer / PFAC Member  

Requirements:

• Nurse (working or retired)
• Commitment to the goals, policies, and priorities of AARP and the hospital system
• Ability to clearly articulate and communicate ideas both orally and in writing
• Ability to use web-based video chat technology
• Attend orientation and trainings provided

Time/Frequency:

• About 4 hours/month
• Monthly reporting on issue areas
• Monthly peer-to-peer network calls

Friendly Voice Volunteer Caller

(Volunteer From Home)

Listen, offer reassurance, and be a friendly voice for people 50+ who have requested a call or call into our virtual call center. This is a vital role that helps those feeling isolated and lonely, and can truly make a difference in their health and wellbeing. Opportunities are also available for bilingual Spanish volunteers.

Please call 1-888-281-0145 and leave a message if you are interested in volunteering.

Requirements:

• Strong communication skills
• Access to a computer with high-speed internet connection
• Ability to use web-based video chat technology
• Must take provided training 

Time/Frequency:

• 3 hours/week