Longtime LMH Health volunteer embodies commitment to caring

Lew Nolan has provided more than 5,000 hours of service to LMH Health since 1993 To the staff and patients, Lew is not just a volunteer, he is a cornerstone at the hospital

When he moved to Lawrence, it was important to Lew to find a way to be an active participant in his new community . He first volunteered at the hospital in 1993 after seeing an article in the newspaper about an LMH Health volunteer

“I just wanted to be a good neighbor,” said Lew “No matter where or in what community you are, you need a team hospital was a great fit because you are helping people right as soon as they enter ”

Over the past 30 years, Lew has been one of the first faces a patient sees as they walk in . He spends much of his time at the information desk or as a wayfinder, helping patients into the building and to their destination

Each position allows him to connect with his community and hospital staff LMH Health staff have described him as a natural helper who is always looking for a way to make someone’s day better .

“He is very committed to what he does,” said Lauren Cobb, volunteer services manager . “He is a great model for being attentive to everyone who walks in the door . ”

Volunteer at LMH Health

LMH Health volunteers include retirees, full-time workers, stay-at-home parents, students and individuals looking for an opportunity to serve their community Volunteering does not require a background in healthcare To learn more about volunteering, please contact Lauren Cobb at Lauren .Cobb@LMH .ORG or visit LMH .org/volunteer .