Get involved with Hunter New England LHD

Get involved and help make Hunter New England LHD hospitals and health services better for everyone. Learn how you can volunteer, fundraise, donate or become a consumer representative.

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How you can get involved

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Volunteer with us

As a volunteer, you'll enjoy a rewarding sense of teamwork as you collaborate with hospital staff to make a difference to our patients. We have opportunities to volunteer at our hospitals and support our mental health, child and family health and palliative care services.

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Fundraise for us

The support and funds we receive from local community and business fundraisers is vital and helps us provide quality treatment to thousands of patients each year. Learn more about fundraising on behalf of Hunter New England LHD.

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Become a consumer representative

We value the contributions patients, carers, families and our communities make in improving the quality and safety of our services. Learn about our Local Health Committees and how you can help shape the decisions we make. 

Have your say

Your feedback matters. Contact us and have your say about how we can improve our health services at Hunter New England LHD. 

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Donate

There are many ways you can support Hunter New England LHD including: 

Every dollar we receive from your generous donations goes towards funding vital, life-saving equipment, resources and technology. Find out how you can help keep dreams alive.

Donate now

Joy of Giving Christmas Appeal

Help us spread some joy and magic to children in hospital this festive season by donating to the John Hunter Children's Hospital 2024 Joy of Giving Christmas Appeal.

Learn more and donate today

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Partnering with Consumers

Understanding Payment to Consumers

Payment is the money you might get for joining and taking part in one of our committees or helping out with a project at our hospitals or services in the Hunter New England Local Health District.

Why Do We Offer Payment?

We offer payment to say thank you for the time and effort you put into helping us. When you join a committee or work with us on projects, it helps us make things better. Your feedback is important, and we want to show our appreciation for your support and involvement in our community.

What Does Payment Look Like?

Payment is given as money that goes straight into your bank account.

How Does It Work?

If you join certain activities or work on projects to improve our services, you might get paid. We'll let you know if you'll get paid, how much, and when. One of the staff members from Hunter New England Local Health District, who you are working with, will provide more information to you and assist with any paperwork required.

Contact Hunter New England LHD

We welcome your questions, feedback, compliments, and information requests. Contact us, and we'll be happy to assist you. Your input is important to us.

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