John McMillon (pictured middle) has been PT Faculty in the Psychological Science Department at UNG Dahlonega for 10 years. He holds a MS in Counseling and Human Development and has worked in the mental health field for almost 40 years. In addition to teaching at UNG, John works with Hospice and In-Home Palliative Care of Northeast Georgia Medical Center. As the supervisor of volunteer services, John helps recruit, train, and retain volunteers who work with Hospice and In-Home Palliative Care across Northeast Georgia Medical System's 14 county service area. Volunteers are the of NGHS. They are integral to the team and have a positive impact on patients, staff, and community members alike. Volunteering with Hospice of Northeast Georgia Medical Center means bringing joy and kindness to those living through some of the most difficult times. Volunteers visit hospice patients, assist hospice staff in the office and so much more. “THE BEST WAY TO FIND YOURSELF IS TO LOSE YOURSELF IN THE SERVICE OF OTHERS.” – GANDHI CONTACT: JOHN MCMILLON Volunteer Coordinator john.mcmillon@nghs.com www.nghs.com HOW DO YOU BALANCE WORK AND LIFE? Send us photos of what you love to do! HRnewsletter@ung.edu away from UNG Find local volunteer sites in your community HERE! VOLUNTEERING STITCH BY STITCH NGHS volunteers come from all walks of life, from high school students to retired nurses to former patients. But they all have one thing in common: their giving spirit and desire to connect with others in their community. Pictured (right) are memory bears sewed by a NGHS volunteer that are given to each hospice family at no cost. Memory bears are made from a loved one’s clothing and sewn into a teddy bear shape — complete with stuffing and button eyes. It not only helps the families, but the volunteer gets so much fulfillment out of it, as well. Please consider being a volunteer. Full Memory Bear Article HERE
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