Round-up your organization, office, class, choir or musical ensemble to sing/perform holiday songs to cancer patients who are spending the holidays in the hospital. We are also searching for a volunteer Santa Claus to help celebrate the holidays with our patients. Holiday time can be very difficult for many patients who are away from their homes and families, and UPMC Cancer Centers is very interested in hosting groups to perform. Please contact us so we can discuss the possibilities of how you can help our patients. Times are flexible.

Individuals or groups are permitted to volunteer. Individuals must be at least 14 years of age. Children may be in a group but must be accompanied by adults.

This opportunity is sponsored by: UPMC Cancer Centers and University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute

Volunteers will work with the following groups

Adults (26-54) Older Adults (55+) Disabled / Ill Young Adults (18-25) Families / Parents

We need volunteers who are free at these times

Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Morning X X X X X Afternoon X X X X X X X Evening X X X X X X X

Monthly One-Time Occasional

This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers

Adolescents (13-17) Small Group (2-10) Adults (26-54) Young Adults (18-25) Adults (55+)

This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests

Arts & Culture Health

We are looking for volunteers with the following skills

Arts / Culture Performer / Musician Health Care

Upcoming Dates:

Date Time # volunteers requested   Jul 09, 2008 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM 10   Jul 10, 2008 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM 10   Jul 11, 2008 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM 10

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Contact Person:
Denise DiTommaso, Administrative Assistant, (phone), (email)

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Address:

5115 Centre Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15232 (See a map)

Directions:

The Hillman Cancer Center is located on Centre Ave across from UPMC Shadyside Hospital. The Volunteer and Community Services office is located in the Hillman Cancer Center, William M. Cooper Pavilion, ground floor.   Nearest Bus Stop: 71A & 81B: Centre at Cypress Stop, 0 minute walk For maps or information, please see http://www.portauthority.org/ride/ride.html

Web Site: http://www.upmccancercenters.com/volunteer

Miscellaneous Information

Are court referrals welcomed?
	No
Is this a family friendly activity?
	Yes
If yes, what is the minimum age for children?
	14

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