Given that I was born and raised in Puerto Rico by two Haitian parents, I’ve always had a strong concern for the poor living conditions in developing countries. For this reason, I am deeply passionate for international development focused on education, human rights and health. I consider working with the Peace Corps one of the highest possible callings. My wonderful years in academic philosophy studying Ethics and Foreign Languages have honed my ability to communicate well and sharpened my research skills. Yet, my professional goals in international affairs and development require a broad, multidisciplinary approach to program analysis, research and theory.
Sutter Medical Center is well known; this hospital thrives on outstanding work ethic and morals. As a person who has had many illnesses in the family, I would greatly enjoy working with this hospital to give back to others. I want to volunteer at Sutter so that I can do my best to make a positive impact on patient’s lives. In my experience a smiling staff always helps you and your loved ones feel better about complicated situations. I feel that volunteering with this hospital will be a one of a kind experience to allow me to learn about the field I want to work in as well as the opportunity to give back to this community.
I wish to volunteer for the Texas Heath Dallas because I would like to gain experience and knowledge about careers in medicine as well as give back to the community. Volunteering in hospitals helps you learn about health care and how the hospital experience is different for social classes. You will see patients at their highest and lowest extremes of emotion and be able to assist them with the rudimentary yet crucial tasks. I would like to gain experience with working with others especially since everyone is unique with their own personalities and experiences. My future goal is to become a cardiologist, however, not just a cardiologist.
Throughout high school I have participated in many different activities and programs, but one of the opportunities I was given I will carry with me forever. As a junior at River Valley I participated in the Marion General Teen Volunteer Program. After interviewing and being placed in the physical therapy unit I took the opportunity to branch out into other areas of the hospital. I soon made my way to the labor and delivery floor where everyday a miracle happened. My duties while volunteering included assisting the nurses during hearing checks, changing diapers, and rocking crying infants in special care.
Volunteering at Edwards Hospital would offer me a valuable and unique opportunity to contribute to the well-being of the community I live in, as I would also gain invaluable experience and personal growth toward my dream in the medical field. When I truly think about why I want to volunteer at Edwards Hospital, numerous blocking reasons come to mind. First, the moral imagination of service has been found in me from an early age and has always propelled my interest in volunteering. Growing up, I watched the impact of selfless service toward those in need and just being a part of my community. Volunteering at Edwards Hospital would not only guide my path to becoming a successful person medically, but also in my belief in giving back and benefiting the lives of those who surround me.
Since a young age I have always enjoyed visits to the doctor's office but I specifically idolized trips to the hospital. The hospital is my church, my place of sanctuary, where I feel I belong. At age 14, my adoration for the world of science and medicine prompted me to spend a summer volunteering at my local hospital. Needless to say, I learned quite a bit while volunteering; I saw the good, the bad, and the really bad. I also learned of some unexpected realities- the shortage of mid-level doctors (physician assistants and nurse practitioners), the crisis of an ER my local hospital experiences due to the lack of low-income medical clinics in our area, as well as the unrelenting love I feel for the hospital environment.
Doctor of Social Work Program Application Personal Statement Ashley Newberry LCSW, LISW As I child, I was introduced to the human service field in a unique way. For as long as I can remember, my mother has had a human service profession and provided me with daily examples of how to help others. One of my earliest memories is riding out a hurricane while we stayed in the adult group home where my mother worked, assisting with safety measures for residents and providing comfort to her community. My mother worked in multiple residential programs throughout my life, specializing her work with individuals with developmental and physical disabilities.
The hustle and bustle of a hospital has been a part of my life since I was little. My step-father was in and out of the hospital constantly with unknown illnesses which eventually took his life earlier this year. Since I could remember, I was in awe, watching doctors and nurses. I have always admired the hospital staff for all that they do and I have known for so long that the medical field was for me. Being a Physician's Assistant is a rewarding and difficult job, and I believe I have the drive and personality to succeed in this career.
Healthcare and giving back to my community has always been a goal that is close to my heart. While I attended my first University, I formed a volunteer program to help the children of Prison inmates to find pen pals. I spent my High School years giving back to my community, competing and winning UIL Academic events, taking college courses and being awarded rigorous philanthropic awards to honor my achievements. When I entered High School and college, I began to actively partake in a multitude of Healthcare volunteer opportunities’ and leadership roles. Every year in High School, I was blessed with the honor of Class President and once I reached my junior year of High School, I took it upon myself to strive for bigger goals.
I have always been drawn to solving problems; in our rapidly expanding world there is always a necessity for sustainable and innovative solutions. This is why medicine has really captured my attention. Doctors are some of the world greatest problem solvers. Personally I have always been drawn to a program called Doctors Without Borders, which allows doctors to travel to other countries in need of emergency medical care. This program that I hope to do in the future would allow me to pair a medical occupation with philanthropy.
My reasons for wanting to volunteer at Mount Sanai hospital will be great opportunity for me to get an experience in a hospital settings. As I get closer to college It's important for me to find out what will be my major and what career option would make me the happiest. Although I am not specifically sure about the college major yet, I always had my heart set on the medical field, whether my choice will be dental care, pediatric care or Intensive care unit I am sure that I will enjoy my position. I spend a lot of my time volunteering in different organizations and facilities to get a sense of what group of people I like to work with and what type of responsibilities I will exceed in. Unlike my other volunteering facilities Mount Sinai will
Service is being able to spread knowledge and guidance to others. The individuals who are in need of assistance can vary from elders, youth, the homeless, etc. There are multiple ways to provide services, such as feeding the homeless, clothes drive, helping with a boys and girls club, etc. People in need have comfort knowing there is someone who will stretch there hand and knowledge. Life is unpredictable; I have realized that I could be the next homeless person on the street asking for money.
I would like my future job to be in the medical field; I cannot picture myself doing anything else. Lastly, I have previous medical experience from being in the sports medicine class and on the sports medicine team at my high school.
Being taught all throughout my childhood to always give more to my family and community than I receive, my values and purpose strongly align with that of Foresters Financial. Through volunteering I am fortunate enough to be given the opportunity to serve in community service projects that support in what I believe is my purpose in enriching the lives around me as well as improve the community myself and others live in. When volunteering not only am I financially invested in the cause I’m assisting but emotionally as well. I believe that volunteering is not only a financial and timely project but an emotional and moral project too. Many of the community service projects I have participated in over the years have been in efforts to enrich the
Volunteering is what directed me to pursue my career as a social worker. It has always been clear to me and I been volunteering off and on since I was 15 years old. I have continued to volunteer while attending college, with activities with feeding the homeless, helping kids with school, helping build home for people who lost them and more. I enjoyed being part of something great that can improve myself and help someone’s life and make a difference in one’s life as well as my own. In my career as a social worker, I want and will make sure to continue to have these experiences and I believe it will make me a better person.
