Below you will find frequently asked questions related to volunteering with NILMDTS.
How do I bring NILMDTS to my local hospitals?
Nurses and hospital staff are our biggest supporters and ...
How do I log into Zoom for the first time?
We highly recommend logging in from your computer so ...
Does NILMDTS only offer services in the US?
Thanks to technology, we offer retouching services to any ...
As a Nurse/Hospital Staff, can I be a volunteer photographer?
Thank you so much for your interest in Now ...
Is ShootProof required or can I send images privately or on a CD/flash drive?
Affiliated Photographers are expected to send image galleries via ...
What do I do if I am having an issue with my application?
If you encounter any issues on our website, the ...
Can I apply without photos of babies?
If you are applying as an Affiliated Photographer, you ...
How can I make a request for brochures?
Thank you for helping to spread the word about ...
How do I discontinue postal mail from NILMDTS?
If you wish to remove your mailing address from ...
Can I buy NILMDTS merchandise?
You can buy NILMDTS merchandise in our store at: ...
Can I submit my story for the NILMDTS Blog?
All the photos and stories that you have seen ...
Is NILMDTS a religious organization?
Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep is a ...
My volunteer commitment expired and am still getting renewal emails. How do I make them stop?
We apologize for the inconvenience. Our system is set ...
How do I renew my volunteer commitment?
We are so glad you would like to return ...
Why does NILMDTS exist?
The organization was established in April of 2005, only ...
What kind of training do we offer volunteers?
Our volunteer training focuses on the specifics of bereavement ...
Can I share about my involvement with NILMDTS on social media?
We would love for you to share that you ...
Do we ask for feedback from families about their session?
No, we do not contact the family about their ...
What is the time commitment?
Your commitment to volunteering with NILMDTS is completely up ...
How long is each photography session?
Session length can vary greatly from session to session ...
What type of photographers should apply?
NILMDTS accepts all types of photographers, from expert-level professionals to ...
Who is eligible for the services of Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep?
NILMDTS services are provided to families when they experience ...
Are there any Benefits of Volunteering?
In addition to the immense pride and gratification of directly or indirectly providing bereaved families in your community the priceless gift of heirloom portraiture that they will forever treasure, volunteers of NILMDTS receive a number of benefits, which will help them not only with NILMDTS sessions, but also in their professional career.
What are the volunteer hours?
Please call between the hours of 7:00 am and ...
How can I support NILMDTS?
Donations are accepted through our website or postal mail. Also, ...
What is the difference between a Medical Affiliate & a Volunteer Photographer?
The Medical Affiliate Program is a course open to any ...
How can I become a better Digital Retouch Artist (DRA)?
Some of our favorite retouching resources are CreativeLive and PHLEARN. ...
How do I update my information if I have moved?
You can actually log into your Volunteer Account and ...
What do I do if I need to take a break from volunteering?
If you find that you need to take a ...
Can any volunteer help with recruitment?
We are always in need of assistance spreading awareness ...
Can I display my volunteer affiliation on my website?
Spreading awareness is a big part of our mission ...
Are volunteers required to be vaccinated?
At the start of the pandemic, NILMDTS took the position ...
Is training available for Digital Retouch Artists?
Our Digital Retouch Artists are the lifeline of delivering final ...
Can I volunteer if I am not a professional photographer?
We do not require our Affiliated Photographers to be professionals. ...
How do I become a volunteer Digital Retouch Artist (DRA)?
We are always looking for retouch artists with professional advanced-level ...
What do I do if I am interested in becoming an Area Coordinator?
Local Area Coordinators are interviewed and once accepted, receive ...
Can I volunteer in a non-photographer role?
We are always looking for volunteers to help us with ...
How can I become a volunteer photographer?
Thank you so much for your interest in becoming a ...
What is in the Parent/Donor newsletter?
The Parent/Donor Newsletter is a monthly email publication designed ...
What do I do if my CD/USB is corrupt?
Damaged or corrupt storage is quite upsetting, especially when ...
How can I share my story?
We encourage families, volunteers, and medical providers to share ...
What and why is there a gestation guideline?
As a general guideline, we provide this service to ...
Who owns the copyright to photographs?
NILMDTS photography is indeed a unique service, given its ...
How can I express a concern or file a complaint?
We are so very sorry that you need to express ...
How do I make a donation to NILMDTS?
Thank you so much for your support! You can ...
Does NILMDTS carry insurance and what “Terms of Service” do photographers abide?
Yes. We carry General Liability, Directors & Officers, and ...
What babies will NILMDTS photograph?
Our guideline for dispatching a volunteer photographer for a ...
How will I know I can do it?
Simply put, you don’t know until you try. The ...
Do we have to edit images in a certain style?
Per policy, NILMDTS images are to be gently retouched ...
What if I want to volunteer but cannot afford the application fee?
NILMDTS never wants the $10 USD volunteer application fee ...
Why is there an application fee and how is it paid?
The $10 USD application fee is the last step of ...