The Friends of South Shore Hospital Activities
- Fundraising programs, including special events and raffles.
- Social activities, such as organized trips, luncheons, and cultural events.
Charitable Shops
The Friends of South Shore Hospital operates three charitable gift shops. All shops proceeds are donated to the hospital to benefit programs for patients and their families.
The Shops are primarily staffed by volunteers. Members of The Friends who are interested
in volunteering at one or more of the shops should call 781-624-8242 or e-mail volunteers@sshosp.org. Please include your name and address so we may send you a volunteer application packet.
The Friendly Gift Shop is located in the hospital's main lobby at 55 Fogg Road. This shop features fresh flowers, gifts, balloons, greeting cards, infant and women's clothing, plush toys, games, books, photo frames, lotions, and other gift items for patients, visitors, and staff. Candy, stamps, and other conveniences are also available in this shop. The Friendly Shop is open Mondays-Saturdays, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 8 p.m. Call 781-624-8667.
The Cottage Shop is located at 56 Fogg Road across from the hospital's South Entrance. Inside this charming Cape Cod style home are a tempting array of home and garden accessories, women's and children's clothing, candles, lotions, note cards, framed prints, furniture, jewelry, and the latest Vera Bradley™ designer bags and totes. The Cottage Shop is open Mondays-Saturdays, from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m. The Shop is closed on Sundays during the summer. Call 781-624-8740.

