Volunteer and Be a Friend of CGH | Changi General Hospital

Our CGH volunteers or “Friends of CGH” consist of caring members of the public who work hand in hand with the hospital to touch the lives of our patients. Through being part of this team, individuals have the opportunity to develop their talents and skills, as well as give back to the community in an impactful manner. Our volunteers experience a feeling of satisfaction and joy when making a positive contribution to our community, and are an inspiration to those around them.

An extension of our CGH family, our volunteers come from all walks of life – from retirees and homemakers who actively participate in our patient engagements, to student groups who help with surveys, porterage and administrative tasks. Volunteers with limited time can participate in ad-hoc projects such as our public forums and year-end events.

Join us if you are above 16 years old, bilingual (English and a second language), in good health, have a caring heart and enjoy working with people!

Check out our volunteer opportunities here!

Volunteer with us

Interested in volunteering but do not see an opportunity that suits you? Download and complete this application form, and email it to us at Friends_Of_CGH@cgh.com.sg to be informed of about future programmes!

Volunteer Programmes

Volunteer opportunities are currently available for the following activities:

Activity	Description
Patient Guides	Welcome and assist outpatients with self-registration and wayfinding around the hospital
Befrienders	Befriend patients in wards by having conversations with them.
Play Therapy	Engage patients through therapeutic activities such board games, puzzles and more
A&E Engagement	Provide language translation services and assist patients in the Accident & Emergency Department (A&E)
Clinic Engagement	Assist outpatients with self-registration, educate them through digital sharing in the clinics, and manage crowd control
Events & Others	Plan and provide logistical support for events held in CGH or in the community

Volunteer Stories

Three long-serving Friends of CGH share their volunteering journey at CGH and what motivates them to dedicate their time and efforts to lend a hand and bring cheer, making a positive impact on our patients’ lives at the Caring General Hospital!

Frequently Asked Questions

How frequently must I volunteer?
You can volunteer at least once a week for a three month period. Do feel free to email us at Friends_Of_CGH@cgh.com.sg if you would like to discuss a personal volunteering schedule based on your schedule and commitments.
What if my schedule changes subsequently?
We are happy to work with you on a new roster that will suit you and the activity you are volunteering for.
Can I still volunteer if I do not have a fixed schedule?
You can volunteer for our ad hoc projects such as public forums or events held by patient support groups.

Will I be trained before I start?
We match our volunteers with activities that are suited to their background and preferences. All volunteers will go through an orientation conducted by the Volunteer Programme Committee. From time to time, talks and training that are beneficial for volunteer work and personal development are also organised for our volunteers.