Volunteer – Annual Events, Activities & Companionship Programme

Volunteer – Annual Events, Activities & Companionship Programme - Leopardstown Park Hospital, Foxrock, Dublin Visiting Hours Normal visiting is until 8pm every day. There are protected mealtimes in place to ensure all patients and residents have time and dignity during meals. Visiting is not permitted during these times (detailed below) unless the visitor is providing assistance with the meal, which should be prearranged with the unit manager and is very welcome. The hospital would prefer however if morning visiting could be kept to a minimum, as this is peak clinical care time. Children are very welcome to visit the hospital as long as they are adequately supervised at all times. Protected Mealtimes are as follows: Breakfast: 8-10am Lunch: 12:15-1:30pm Dinner: 4:30-5:45pm Location Leopardstown Park Hospital is situated in pleasant surroundings just off the Leopardstown/Brewery Road Roundabout. The local landmark is Leopardstown Racecourse, which is just next door. Entrance is via the South County Business Park, from where the hospital is signposted. The Hospital is well served with transport links with the Luas stop adjacent to the grounds and the M50 close by. Parking There is ample car parking for visitors within the hospital grounds. There is free parking for 2 hours and charges thereafter. If there is a requirement for visitors to stay longer than 2 hours, please contact reception and they will be able to assist. Visitors are requested not to obstruct free passage on the hospital roadways or occupy reserved spaces which may be required during an emergency or for those with disabilities. Please obey No Parking signs, yellow boxes etc. Cars are parked at owners own risk. Donate Leopardstown Park Hospital are always grateful to receive donations however small. Use the button below to make a donation. Donate Now Skip to content Home About LPH General Overview Leadership Team Board Policies Care Options Residential Care Supported Living Supported Services Day Centre Reports & Resources Careers at LPH Contact News MENU Volunteer – Annual Events, Activities & Companionship Programme Careers at Leopardstown Hospital Job Description Date Posted: August 16, 2026 Job Location: Leopardstown Park Hospital, Dublin Work Hours: Occasional as required Salary: Voluntary Role Job Type: Voluntary About Our Organisation Leopardstown Park Hospital is a dedicated healthcare and end-of-life care facility that provides exceptional care and services to our residents. Our mission is to ensure dignity, comfort, and compassion for all, particularly for those in their final stages of life. We aim to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our volunteers play a crucial role in supporting various activities and operational areas. As we embark on special annual events and continue to run essential day-to-day programmes, our volunteers are vital in enhancing the resident experience and supporting our staff. Volunteer responsibilities and tasks We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to assist with the following: Annual Events Support: Help us create meaningful and festive experiences for our residents by assisting with events such as Christmas celebrations, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, and other key cultural and seasonal festivities. Tasks may include event set-up, decoration, accompanying residents to and from events, supporting group activities, and general engagement on the day. Activities Support: Volunteers may also support the hospital’s activities team in running day-to-day recreational and therapeutic sessions. These might include arts and crafts, music, storytelling, gentle movement classes, quizzes, or themed events. Volunteers can assist with setting up materials, encouraging participation, offering companionship, and providing one-to-one support where needed. Companionship Programme: Our companionship programme is at the heart of what we do. Volunteers are paired with residents for one-to-one visits to reduce lonelin