三勒陆军医疗中心（TAMC）于3月17日举行了特别感谢早餐会，庆祝美国红十字会志愿者的贡献，他们的奉献是医院社区的基石。这些志愿者是TAMC社区不可或缺的一部分，提供舒适和支持，提高了患者的护理质量。
几十年来，美国红十字会与TAMC之间的伙伴关系帮助扩大了患者护理规模。无论是管理其广受欢迎的动物慰问计划、提供直接的患者协助、提供书籍、帮助推轮椅的患者、护送他们前往目的地，还是分享友好的微笑，美国红十字会志愿者都为所有人提供了持续的舒适和支持。
“我们的美国红十字会志愿者是真正的战斗力倍增器，是这家医院的基石，”TAMC主任威廉·比姆森上校说。“他们不仅填补了关键缺口，还为那些追求医学未来的人提供了至关重要的跳板。”
“无论是引导迷路的访客还是协助我们的临床团队，他们的奉献服务都对三勒的每个人产生了深远影响，”美国红十字会军事医院诊所负责人杰基·惠伦表示。
感谢早餐会还强调了迫切需要更多志愿者来支持TAMC社区。加入TAMC的行列是一个难得的机会，可以做出真正的贡献并成为这个历史悠久机构关怀社区的一部分。
响应服务召唤
美国红十字会在TAMC提供广泛的志愿者机会，包括针对军事相关青少年的动态夏季计划。青少年志愿者计划为青少年提供机会，让他们在服务中成长。
Tripler Army Medical Center (TAMC) hosted a special appreciation breakfast March 17 to celebrate American Red Cross volunteers, whose dedication is a cornerstone of the hospital community. These volunteers are an integral part of the TAMC community, providing comfort and support that enhance the quality of care for patients.
For decades, the partnership between the American Red Cross and TAMC has helped expand patient care. Whether managing its popular animal visitation program, providing direct patient assistance, offering a book, helping patients in wheelchairs, escorting them to their destinations, or sharing a friendly smile, the American Red Cross volunteers provide a constant source of comfort and support for all.
“Our American Red Cross volunteers are true force multipliers and the very bedrock of this hospital,” said Col. William F. Bimson, director of TAMC. “They not only fill critical gaps but also provide a vital steppingstone for those pursuing a future in medicine,” said Bimson.
Bridging the perspectives of TAMC and the American Red Cross, both organizations share a deep commitment to community well-being. This collaborative spirit reinforces the idea that every act of volunteerism contributes not only to patient care but also to a broader culture of compassion and teamwork within the hospital.
“Whether guiding a lost visitor or assisting our clinical teams, their dedicated service makes a profound difference to everyone at Tripler,” said Jackie Whelen, American Red Cross military hospital clinic lead.
The appreciation breakfast also highlighted the urgent need for more volunteers to support our TAMC community. Joining the ranks at TAMC is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference and become part of a historic institution’s caring community.
Answer the Call to Serve
The American Red Cross offers a wide range of volunteer opportunities at TAMC, including a dynamic summer program for military-affiliated teens.
VolunTEEN Program offers teens (ages 14-17 years) a unique opportunity to gain medical experience at TAMC. From June 1 to July 10, 2026, these CPR and HIPPA-certified teens volunteer for six hours weekly, rotating through clinics to provide support and gain professional skills. To learn more about the VolunTEEN program, please contact U.S. Army Major Erika J. Duarte at 808-433-4303 or mailto:erika.j.duarte.mil@health.mil.
To learn more about other volunteer opportunities, please contact Ms. Jackie Whelen at 808-433-6631.
Article written by U.S. Army Col. Joleen Pangelinan, TAMC Chief Nursing Officer
