White Plains, NY (June 4, 2010) – Our Volunteers are crucial members of the White Plains Hospital family, working directly with patients or assisting the professional staff to achieve the Hospital's goal of providing the best possible care. Their gift of time brings immeasurable nurture and comfort to thousands of patients each year.

Over 500 volunteers from White Plains Hospital were honored at the Annual Volunteer Luncheon held in May at the Woman’s Club of White Plains. During 2009 approximately 67,000 hours of service were given by volunteers at the Hospital.

Special Recognitions included:

5,000 Hours Plaque and 20 years of Service Pin: Pearl Kleinman of Hartsdale, NY.
5,000 Hours of Service Plaque: Michele Schoenfeld of White Plains, NY. President, Auxiliary of White Plains Hospital.
45 Years of Service Pin: Martelle Adler of Scarsdale, NY.
30 Years of Service Pin: Joyce Sampson of White Plains, NY; Ann Edwards of White Plains, NY

20 Years of Service Pin: Mary Reinthaler of White Plains, NY; Polly Wolff of White Plains, NY

For information on how to become a White Plains Hospital volunteer, call 914-681-1225.