Lakeridge Health volunteers Manny and Megha are sharing a family experience that links two generations through service to their community.
In a story published October 21, the hospital organization profiled the grandfather and granddaughter, describing how Manny’s example helped inspire Megha to begin volunteering.
The account is a new local institutional profile, not an announcement of a new hospital service or a claim about a measured change in patient care.
A familiar face on the first day
Megha told Lakeridge Health that watching her grandfather enjoy helping others made her want to volunteer as well. His example showed her that small acts of assistance can matter.
Manny helped her settle in on her first day. He showed her where to go, explained what to expect and shared what he had learned about welcoming and connecting with people.
For Megha, that support made an unfamiliar setting feel more comfortable. The hospital’s account presents their volunteering as both a way to contribute and a chance to spend meaningful time together.
Learning moves in both directions
The profile describes a two-way exchange rather than one generation simply teaching another. Megha says volunteering has reinforced consistency, dedication and the importance of being present for people.
Manny, in turn, describes the reward of seeing his granddaughter develop her own interest in helping others. Both value meeting people, learning and making someone’s day easier.
The Lakeridge Health volunteers emphasize ordinary interactions: listening, offering a helping hand and taking time for a conversation. Those observations are their personal experiences, not the results of a formal study.
Opportunities for other residents
Lakeridge Health links its profile to information about volunteering opportunities and applications. Residents interested in getting involved can follow that link from the original story to review current openings and requirements.
The profile identifies the pair by their first names and does not specify their hospital location, roles or length of service. This report preserves those limits rather than attaching them to an unconfirmed site or assignment.
Their story illustrates how a shared commitment can become a family tradition while supporting the wider Durham community.
