Members of South County Health’s Executive Leadership Team joined staff and volunteers in celebration and recognition of the contributions of South County Health’s committed group of over 150 volunteers at the annual Volunteer Appreciation Event held at Narragansett’s Coast Guard House in December.

Aaron Robinson, President and CEO, opened the evening by thanking volunteers. “Your contributions as a group are truly humbling. South County Health is known for giving a little bit more, and what you all give to South County Health - the extraordinary compassion and care that you provide to our community and our caregivers does my heart good to acknowledge and celebrate with each of you tonight.”

Karen Grace was recognized as South County Health Volunteer of the Year for 2023 at the event. Karen has volunteered with South County Health since 1998 and has donated over 2,800 hours of her time to South County Health. Karen serves as a patient escort and plays an integral role in South County Health Auxiliary's annual Fashion Show fundraising event.

Nadine Mollo McCauley, Director of Patient Experience & Volunteer Services at South County Health, says “That Karen’s last name is Grace is so apt. She really brings a graceful quality to everything she does. Here at the hospital, that translates to the comfort patients feel when Karen is at their side. We are so grateful for Karen! She has given so much to our community. All of our volunteers are incredible, and being able to shine a spotlight on Karen in this way is a chance to share just one of those stories!”

Service Hours donated by South County Health volunteers during Fiscal Year 2023 totaled approximately 20,500. This represents a 12 percent increase over the previous year. At South County Health, volunteers provide essential social support to our patients, their families, and other visitors. Whether a volunteer is interested in greeting and directing visitors, handing out items from our Comfort Cart, or assisting with other tasks, South County Health can match them with the right opportunity. Volunteers receive the personal satisfaction of helping others, making new friends, learning new skills, and exploring careers.

About South County Health

South County Health is a leader in medical quality, service and innovation, providing care to patients across Rhode Island in acute and outpatient settings including at Medical and Wellness Centers in Westerly, East Greenwich, and Warwick, as well as Primary Care and Specialty provider offices in Cranston, Narragansett, Newport, and Wakefield. South County Health is comprised of three healthcare entities: South County Hospital, South County Home Health and South County Medical Group.

South County Hospital is a global leader in orthopedic robotic-assisted surgeries, and is home to more robotic-assisted options than any other hospital in the state.