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University of Nebraska Medical Center

Volunteer Opportunities

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Make a Difference

Volunteers are vital to our program mission. By providing support to program participants with developmental disabilities, each volunteer in MMI's Department of Recreational Therapy makes a difference by ensuring safe and fun activity participation.

Age Requirements

Training

Training is required to be a volunteer in any of our recreational programs. Topics covered in volunteer training include:
  • Behavior management.
  • Disability education and advocacy.
  • Engagement and play.
  • Instruction on safety rules.
  • Precautions.
  • Use of adaptive equipment.

Opportunities

Volunteer opportunities in our department programs are available year-round. Camp Munroe offers quarterly cycles for spring, summer, fall and winter camp. Contact us to learn more about current volunteer opportunities.

Apply to Volunteer

Eva "Savannah" Bowling, BS, CTRS

Volunteer Coordinator

Savannah Bowling, BS, CTRS