08/04/2025
When volunteer Lois Burlison witnesses staff interaction in memory care, she gets a little teary-eyed. “I just am so amazed at the kindness the young women show to the residents,” she said. “It’s a unique person who can relate on such a compassionate level.”
Burlison joins husband Randy as a volunteer team, where he escorts to chapel and visits personally with residents. Burlison started in 2022 working the Corner Store and Gift Shop, stocking inventory, providing snacks, helping customers choose decorations and jewelry. She said she’s learned patience, listening skills and engagement practices with both residents and staff. “People at Shorehaven are so appreciative. They show they care about their volunteers. You can tell it’s a taught skill to learn to value others’ work.” Burlison also appreciates the organization’s reputation, faith-based approach to care, and ability to nurture seniors of all care levels and abilities.
“It’s a great place to volunteer and I’ve learned so much about myself through this experience.”
