Entries by Alyssa Piccari

February 2026 Volunteer of the Month

Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine is proud to recognize Carlos Ramirez as our February Volunteer of the Month. In just nine months of service, Carlos has already given 296 volunteer hours to LVIM, supporting patients as both a Clinical Assistant and a Pharmacy Assistant. His dedication, compassion, and positive spirit have quickly made him a valued […]

January 2026 Volunteer of the Month

For nearly two years, Jamil Zreik has been a familiar and trusted face around Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine. What started as a way to earn volunteer hours for school quickly turned into something more. After finding LVIM through a simple Google search, Jamil stepped into the clinic and was surprised that, for a free clinic […]

November 2025 Volunteer of the Month

Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine is proud to recognize Carolina Rocha as our November Volunteer of the Month! Carolina has been part of the LVIM family for over a year, serving as a Clinical Assistant and contributing an impressive 405 volunteer hours. Her journey with LVIM began when she discovered our volunteer opportunities through the University […]

October 2025 Volunteer of the Month

This October, we are proud to celebrate Tom Sauer as LVIM’s Volunteer of the Month! In just over three years, Tom has dedicated an incredible 787 volunteer hours as a Clinical Assistant and EKG Technician. His LVIM journey started at the Swan Derby, where his interest in volunteering grew into a weekly commitment to caring […]

Announcing Our 2026-2027 Mama Swan

Born in Lakeland and raised with a heart for service, Kaleigh has dedicated her time and talents to uplifting the community through leadership, philanthropy, and hands-on volunteerism. She is an Operations Support Manager with MIDFLORIDA Credit Union, where she has built a successful career marked by progressive promotions, innovative workflow solutions, and a passion for […]

Living Her Healthiest Life Yet: Annette’s Story

Annette Kitterman is living proof that it’s never too late to take charge of your health. A home health care provider by day, she spends her weekends paddle boarding and her weekdays boxing, strength training, and anything that keeps her challenged and motivated. “I have that kind of personality where I have to keep things […]

August 2025 Volunteer of the Month

Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine is proud to recognize Katy Stapleton as our August 2025 Volunteer of the Month. Katy began her journey with LVIM as a Social Work Intern during her bachelor’s program. After completing her internship, she chose to continue volunteering as a Referral Specialist. Over the past 10 months, Katy has contributed more […]

Proving Small Steps Lead to Big Rewards

We’re proud to celebrate Willie Ford, an LVIM patient who recently took home a $500 Publix gift card for her hard work and commitment to her health! Willie participated in the Steps to Good Health Program, a wellness initiative offered through LVIM’s Healthy Living Coach Program, funded by BayCare. The Steps to Good Health Program […]

July 2025 Volunteer of the Month

We are proud to recognize Maria Flores as LVIM’s July 2025 Volunteer of the Month! Maria has served as an Enrollment Screener since she began volunteering in 2013. Maria first learned about LVIM from her primary care physician at Watson Clinic after she retired and began looking for a way to give back, and she’s […]

Summer Split

CLICK HERE TO ENTER! It’s your chance to win big and give back. From June 16 to July 31, you can enter to win 50% of the total jackpot, with the remaining half supporting free, high-quality healthcare for uninsured residents in Polk County through Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine. Entry Prices$5 = 1 entry$10 = 20 entries$20 = 50 […]