Guidelines for patient visitation have been issued by the NYS Department of Health.
The following safety protocols have been put in place in order to best protect our patients, staff and visitors.
About Us
Become a Burke Volunteer
Volunteers help make Burke Rehabilitation Hospital the unique and friendly facility that it is. Over the years, thousands of individuals, former patients and community organizations have donated their time and talents at Burke. Volunteers have contributed in different areas including friendly patient visits, our gift shop, and helping patients’ friends and loved ones in the Marsal Caregiver Center. Many of our volunteers also contribute to Burke by joining our active Auxiliary.
Below are some examples of volunteer opportunities at Burke:
- Visiting with patients
- Helping patients with iPads (Facetime)
- Organizing book cart and taking it around to patients
- Assisting visitors with questions
- Gift shop
Virtual volunteer opportunities:
- Writing cards to patients
- Making small crafts and gifts
We ask adult volunteers to commit to a minimum of 2 hours, one day a week. Teenage volunteers are asked to make a commitment of 40 hours during a six-month period. The minimum age to volunteer is 16 years old.
Interested in Volunteering?
First, download our Volunteer Registration Form. You will then be contacted by Robin Goldberg, Director of Volunteers.
Questions? Call (914) 597-2132, or email rgoldberg@burke.org
Volunteering is a great way to give back. You will be part of an amazing team that is truly committed to enhancing the patient and staff experience. Thank you, in advance, for thinking of Burke! We welcome your interest and appreciate your willingness to offer your time and services. We look forward to partnering with you.
"Every time I volunteer at Burke I feel very grateful for the experience. I receive more than I give."
-- Fran De Soiza,
Burke Volunteer since 1995