Notre Dame Hospital Support Program

Volunteers are Needed

Have you or a loved one ever

-         Been hospitalized on an emergency basis while traveling in the US?

-         Had to go to a distant hospital for long term medical care?

The Notre Dame Alumni Association and the Senior Alumni Regional Directors have responded to this need by creating the National Assistance Network and the ND Hospital Support Program.   The primary purpose of this program is to provide assistance to members of the Notre Dame family during their stays in hospitals and to those who are homebound 24/7.  This is a four-part program:

1.   Emergency Care:  Provides emergency assistance to individuals who are hospitalized while traveling through a Club’s area. 

2.   Pre-planned Care:  Provides support to caregivers and patients who come to a hospital in a club’s area, from a distant location, for surgery or other specialized procedures that have been planned in advance.

3.   Long Term Care:  Provides special support to patients in long-term facilities such as Assisted Living Facilities, Nursing Homes, etc.

4.    Additional Care:  Provides support to local alumni and families in their homes.    Support may include sitting with the patient for short periods thereby enabling a break in the routine of the caregiver, running simple errands, lending a hand with household tasks or providing transportation.

This program serves an important need for all of us and it complements the Notre Dame culture and spirit in our community.

Our Club has registered to be a part of this Notre Dame- nationwide effort.  But, to make it a reality in our community, we need your help.  We are looking for a Program Coordinator and for program volunteers.    If you are interested in either opportunity, please contact the Club at

763-478-3226 or at info@ndmn.org.