We’re so glad you’ve decided to share your time, your love and your heart with our children!
Below you’ll find some information about volunteering at our Centene Center Nursery and suggestions for engaging with our kids while you’re with us. If you have any questions about this information, please call 314.758.3356, or let us know while you’re here!
We’re excited to welcome you to the Nursery and look forward to seeing you soon!
ATTIRE: Dress comfortably and kid-friendly! Jeans, t-shirts and sweats are all okay. Closed-toe shoes are required.
PARKING: is on the street in front of the building along Gravois or in the paved lot with the black fence around it on the west side of our building. The lot can be accessed from the alley or by turning onto Salena.
ENTER: Come to the front door on Gravois, and press the doorbell (not keypad) labeled “1.” Let our staff that you’re here with the day’s volunteer group, and they’ll welcome you inside.
SIGN IN & OUT. Your hours are important! You’ll sign in with the Volunteer Director during the project overview.
CONFIDENTIALITY: Pictures and videos of our children or parents are not allowed. If you would like a picture in front of our sign or in the playroom, that’s okay as long as there are no children or parents in it. If you’re talking to a friend/family/etc., posting to social media, or writing a wrap-up of your day, please do not use any names or identifying information about our children or parents.
PERSONAL ITEMS: We’ll have a place for you to put your keys, phone, jacket, or any other personal items, depending on where your project is taking place. Don’t forget to take all of your personal items with you when you leave. Please do not have your cell phone out while you’re volunteering.
GET INVOLVED! Volunteer Groups enjoy many projects at the Nursery, which may include: • Packing bags of diapers to send home with our babies so they always have clean diapers • Assembling bags of food for families who don’t have enough to eat • Painting, staining, and other Nursery beautification projects • Trimming bushes, pulling weeds and cleaning up the area around our building (weather permitting)