Volunteering at Broward Health

Volunteers Make a Difference!

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Broward Health. There are many volunteer programs available throughout Broward County in our medical centers.

To learn more about our volunteer services, call us at the number listed below.

Volunteering at Broward Health Coral Springs

Some frequently asked questions are:

Who can Volunteer?
We welcome both adults and teens who want to make a positive impact in our hospital and community.

What are the Requirements?
Teen volunteers must be at least 16 years old and a resident of Coral Springs or Parkland. All volunteers must wear a uniform, have a PPD test done and attend an orientation session prior to beginning. They must make a commitment of at least 100 volunteer hours (four hours per week) over a six-month period. Please allow approximately 4 weeks for the onboarding process.

Is There Compensation?
While this is an unpaid opportunity, volunteers receive a meal ticket for every four-hour shift completed. If you're ready to support our community and assist our dedicated healthcare professionals, please call 954-344-3381 to schedule an interview or contact [email protected].

Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC)

Broward Health Coral Springs values the partnership with patients and their families in their mission to provide the highest quality of care and experience. Hearing about the lived experience and collaborating with our community connects us with the work we do and those we serve. Patient and Advisory Council members volunteer their time and provide us with insight. They help us stay focused on what matters most to patients and their families. Council members may be involved with a one-time project or ongoing as needed based on areas of interest and availability.

If interested in being considered as a Patient and Family Advisory Council member please complete and submit the Application Here. If you have specific questions, please contact Summer Marrero at 954-344-3187 or via email at [email protected].

Volunteering at Broward Health Medical Center

Adult/Auxiliary - Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Broward Health Medical Center/Nicklaus Children's Hospital. Our volunteers are a vital part of our hospital and provide valuable services for the hospital, our patients and their loved ones.

Our next orientation session is July 14th, 2026 at 2:00 PM in the Auxiliary Office.

High School Student volunteers must be at least 15-17 years old and College Student /Adult/Auxiliary 18 years and older. All volunteers must make a commitment to at least 100 volunteer hours (four hours per week). Please allow approximately 2 weeks for the onboarding process.

Orientation is only for volunteers interested in volunteering at Broward Health Medical Center Facility Only.

Volunteers should arrive 15 minutes in advance to complete additional paperwork. Late arrivals will need to be rescheduled for the next orientation date. Orientation is at Broward Health Medical Center located at 1600 S. Andrews Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316. A picture ID is required for entrance to our facility.

To Reserve Your Orientation Seat

• Teen Volunteers email: [email protected] or call 954-468-8069.
• Adults and College student’s email: [email protected] or call 954-355-5374.

All applicants MUST bring the following items to enter orientation. Without them, you will not be admitted:

• A printed and completed Auxiliary Volunteer Application / Information form.
• Printed certificates of the completed Volunteer Orientation modules (certificates will display at the completion of each module).

In addition, high school students only MUST bring the following; without you will not be able to enter orientation:

• High school transcript or printout
• Typed letter of recommendation from your high school (preferred) or previous volunteer organization
• A parent/guardian MUST attend the orientation with the student

Our Volunteer Orientation is geared towards dedicated students completing school service hours and adults who have time they wish to spend giving back to their community in our hospital.

* Please note that our volunteer program does not provide the opportunity to shadow physicians, nurses or other healthcare providers, nor do we allow volunteers to perform any sort of medical procedures.

* Our Volunteer Orientation sessions are held on an as-needed basis.