Local volunteers honored at Geisinger Lewistown Hospital luncheon
To recognize the exceptional care they provide, Volunteer Services at Geisinger Lewistown Hospital recently hosted a recognition luncheon honoring the organization’s volunteers who are from the Juniata River Valley and beyond.
“I’m filled with immense gratitude for the dedication and compassion you have shown to our patients and staff,” said Tammy Anderer, CRNP, PhD, chief administrative officer of Geisinger’s north-central and western regions. “Their selfless service has been a beacon of hope and comfort to many, and it’s with appreciation that I extend thanks to them.”
The 52 volunteers — 41 adult and 11 junior — completed 5,456 hours of work in 2024. This volunteerism has made the quality of care our teams provide complete, providing a warm environment for our patients, visitors and employees.
“Whether our volunteers offered a listening ear, helped with daily tasks, greeted our visitors or simply shared a smile, their efforts made a significant impact on the lives of those we serve,” said Kylle White, manager of volunteer services at Geisinger Lewistown Hospital.
Wanda Spigelmyer, Willie Jaen and Donald Manbeck received the President’s Volunteer Service Award, which recognizes the important role of volunteers in America’s strength and national identity. The award honors people whose service positively impacts communities in every corner of the nation and inspires those around them to take action. Spigelmyer also received the Distinguished Service Award after reaching 10,000 hours of volunteer service in 2024.
“We hope our volunteers feel appreciated and valued and know that, without their contributions, Geisinger could not provide the services we do to our community,” White said.
About Geisinger
Geisinger is among the nation’s leading providers of value-based care, serving 1.2 million people in urban and rural communities across central and northeastern Pennsylvania. Founded in 1915 by philanthropist Abigail Geisinger, the nonprofit system generates more than $8 billion in annual revenues across 163 care sites — including 10 hospital campuses — and Geisinger Health Plan, with more than half a million members in commercial and government plans. Geisinger College of Health Sciences educates more than 500 medical professionals annually and is conducting more than 1,400 clinical research studies. With more than 27,000 employees, including 1,800 employed physicians and 5,200 registered nurses, Geisinger is among Pennsylvania’s largest employers, having an estimated economic impact of $16.8 billion on the state’s economy. In 2024, Geisinger joined Risant Health, a nonprofit charitable organization created to expand and accelerate value-based care across the country. Learn more at geisinger.org or follow on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
Valerie Reed
Regional Strategist - Western Region