Lashon Jackson, a home health billing specialist at our corporate office in Tampa, is our Greystone Volunteer of the Month! Lashon began volunteering as a member of her church, and particularly enjoys devoting her time to charities that benefit children. She is inspired by her daughter, who actually started her own non-profit organization called SOUL aiding children and young adults who are frequently in the hospital. Lashon’s dedication to serving those less fortunate is admirable and we are so proud to have her in our Greystone family!

Q:  What was the first place you ever volunteered at, what was your first impression?
A:  Church was the first place I volunteered working with the children. They have an inquiring mind and it is amazing the things that come out of their mouth.

Q:  What is your favorite memory of volunteering so far?
A:  One of my favorites is feeding the less fortunate at Trinity Café. Listening to their stories and seeing how appreciative they are can really put a smile on your face, and knowing that for that moment they were provided a good meal.

Q:  Favorite place to volunteer and why? 
A:  The dialysis unit and the children floor at the hospital. I love the heartfelt feeling seeing the families faces when I come through just to read a book, play a game or do crafts to help pass the time.

Q:  Who has had the biggest impact on you in the volunteering community, and why?      
A:  My daughter. She is very selfless and even though 90% of the time she is not feeling well, she is always looking for ways to help children and their families that have health issues.

Q:  How many years have you been volunteering?
A:  About 17 years at church helping with the children and a year helping with SOUL.

Q:  What is your motivation to continue to volunteer?
A:  SOUL – Showing Others Unconditional Love. It is my daughters nonprofit organization and her vision is to help and inspire children and young adults that are always in and out of the hospital, just as she was when she was a child and young adult. My daughter knows what it is like, therefore, she wants to educate and motivate others.

Q:  Why do you think it is important to volunteer?
A:  Volunteering makes you feel proud to give back and help make a difference in your community. Volunteering also shows the younger generation that you do not have to look for anything in return when doing an act of kindness. 

Way to go, Lashon!