We’re excited to announce our November 2024 Volunteer of the Month: Linda Latona! Linda has been a dedicated Front Office Greeter at LVIM every Thursday afternoon for the past four years, contributing an incredible 771 hours valued at $23,342.99. Her kindness and commitment truly make a difference in the lives of everyone who walks through […]
Diana Kurtz’s Volunteer Story at LVIM Since moving to Lakeland a year ago, Diana Kurtz has found more than just a new place to call home—she’s discovered a meaningful way to give back by volunteering at Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine (LVIM). Passionate about helping others, Diana found her way to LVIM through a chance email, […]
This October, we are proud to recognize Sue Moos, RN, as LVIM’s Volunteer of the Month. Sue has dedicated 413 hours as a Clinical Assistant, contributing $13,600 in service value to our clinic. With an impressive 50-year nursing career that includes experience as a school nurse and an operating room nurse, Sue brings incredible expertise […]
LVIM’s 2023 Impact Report is Now Available! We’re excited to announce that LVIM’s 2023 Impact Report is ready to be viewed! Thanks to the dedication of our staff, volunteers, and supporters, we had an incredible year. In 2023, we continued our mission of providing free, high-quality healthcare to the Polk County community, making a lasting […]
When LVIM posted the position of Medical Assistant, more than 25 qualified applicants responded; however, Taquilla quickly rose to the top! In her recent professional experience, Taquilla helped open the WalMart Health Center in Plant City. She developed and implemented clinical policies and procedures, oversaw compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and CLIA regulations, provided excellent patient […]
Congratulations to Patty Basford, our Volunteer of the Month for September! Patty volunteers as a Patient Enrollment Screener on Mondays and Wednesdays and has been with LVIM since September 2023. She has contributed 271 hours of service, valued at $8,884.57. With a background in Human Resources, Patty also brings valuable experience from her time training […]
Nancy has volunteered with LVIM three days a week since April, giving her time, expertise, and passion in support of the APRNs and MDs in the clinic. Before volunteering with LVIM, Nancy served as an LPN at Life Care Center of Winter Haven for nearly six years. During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, […]
Join us for the 2024 Gift of Good Health Luncheon on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at the beautiful Bonnet Springs Park Event Center from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. This inspiring event will feature a powerful message from Alex Sheen, Founder of ‘because I said I would’, and provide an opportunity to support LVIM’s mission. […]
We are delighted to announce Tracy Carter as LVIM’s Volunteer of the Month for August! Tracy has been a dedicated volunteer since January 2024, serving as a Patient Escort, Patient Scheduler, and Receptionist. Her commitment is evident in the 300 volunteer hours she has contributed, valued at $9,924.27. Tracy’s journey to Florida began in 1997 […]
Last week, Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine celebrated Arts in Medicine Week, joining many organizations across the county, including the Watson Clinic Foundation, Lakeland Vision, and Florida Dance Theatre. The celebration aimed to integrate arts into the medical setting, enhancing the healing environment and fostering community engagement. LVIM’s participation featured a display of mosaic tiles preserved […]
