LAKEPORT, Calif. – The Sutter Lakeside Hospital Auxiliary is now accepting new members.

Sutter Lakeside Hospital’s Auxiliary, a vibrant group of dedicated volunteers who give their time and energy to support the hospital, has existed for more than 50 years.

The auxiliary formed in 1967 and has since donated hundreds of thousands of dollars back to the hospital, as well as more than 6,000 hours of service a year.

The time-honored group assists hospital operations through greeting patients, helping patients who arrive for surgery, and rounding with the Healing Cart, which provides patients with alternative pain management options such as aromatherapy, relaxation music and art therapy.

The auxiliary also plays a vital role in fundraising for the hospital through management of the gift shop. 

Proceeds from merchandise sold in the gift shop are donated back to the hospital to purchase essential equipment and support patient services.

The rewarding work positively impacts the community in a number of ways, and offers opportunities for a wide array of talents and interests. 

Auxiliary membership is open to anyone over the age of 18, and volunteers are asked to commit to at least four hours of service per week. 

Opportunities include working in the emergency room, surgery center, front desk and Family Birth Center.

For more information on how to join the auxiliary, please contact Morgen Wells by phone at 707-262-5121, or by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Interested applicants can also stop by the hospital gift shop, located at 5176 Hill Road East in Lakeport, to fill out an application.

Morgen Wells is community relations and fund development coordinator at Sutter Lakeside Hospital.