Q & A

Does Herzog Hospital accept volunteers?

Herzog Hospital welcomes volunteers from Israel and volunteers visiting from overseas. There are a variety of ways in which volunteers can contribute at Herzog:
• Assist the nursing staff in the daily care of the patients
• Keep patients company – walk them, talk with them, read to them
• Assistance in research
• Volunteers with paramedical training can contribute their professional expertise

Please note: Volunteers must be over 18 years old in order to be able to volunteer at the Hospital. We require a minimum volunteering period in Israel of one month for overseas volunteers. It is also possible to volunteer overseas: Herzog Hospital has several Friends Groups around the world, that would greatly appreciate any help a volunteer may offer. If you wish to learn how you can help us in this important work, click on the link on the left.

Who do you help?

Herzog hospital is the third largest hospital in the Greater Jerusalem area, specializing in Geriatrics and Mental Health. The Hospital has in-house departments, out-patient clinics. The Hospital treats patients from all walks of Israeli life: Jews, Christians, Moslems, native Israelis as well as new comers to the country.

Do you have any travel tips for the elderly?

Tourism and travel have become a popular consumer item, and the enjoyment of a person’s leisure time is one of the hallmarks of modern life. It is a myth to suggest that the senior population is aged, sedentary, housebound or has no particular needs or wants. On the contrary, this age group has its own well defined needs and wishes, and older people can sometimes surprise their younger colleagues with their energy and persistence. At the same time, one needs to recognize the changes that occur as a result of increased age. But since these changes are predictable, it is possible to take part in activities, as long as the limitations imposed by these changes are kept in mind, and taken into consideration.