We concluded National Volunteer Month by asking Michael Deckers, our front office staff and volunteer at the UConn Health Information Desk, what volunteering means to him. Michael has been volunteering for over 20 years.

“I enjoy giving back,” he says. “When you’re volunteering, you’re helping someone and not expecting to receive anything. I do it out of kindness.” He offers an example of a time he helped someone in need while volunteering at UConn Health: “One time at the hospital I helped a woman get home after not having her cellphone set up and being unable to contact anyone. Two hours later after helping her set up her phone, she was able to go home. She was so thankful, it was so rewarding to help somebody in need.”

Thank you to Michael and all volunteers for offering their help everyday! Although it is no longer National Volunteer Month, we continue to celebrate and extend our gratitude to volunteers year-round!

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