Needs From: Connections Volunteer Center

Volunteer: Community Representative

Alzheimer's Association Community Representatives are community engagers that raise awareness of Alzheimer's Association programs, provide basic disease information, and link consumers to Alzheimer’s Association services.

Key Activities:

• Represent the Alzheimer's Association at a target of 12 community events / year in neighborhoods, rural counties, business and civic organizations or faith communities.

• Offer 20-minute Introduction to Alzheimer’s presentations for community organizations, congregations, civic organizations, sororities / fraternities, clubs and other locations.

• Promote support groups, education programs, Alzheimer & Brain Awareness Month, Walk to End Alzheimer’s, or The Longest Day using your local connections, bulletin boards, social media and physical displays in your community.

• Connect the Alzheimer's Association to new community organizations and connect people with additional Association services and volunteer opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Self-motivated individual that is comfortable reaching out to individuals, organizations and families in need and connecting them to the Alzheimer's Association.

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills and comfort with computers and email.

• Passionate about the Alzheimer’s Association mission with personal or professional experience with dementia preferred.

• Must be age 21 to apply. Background checks are required.

Commitment Expected:

• Community Representatives commit to appearing at a target of 12 events annually.

• All program volunteers participate in initial training and ongoing education and must comply with Alzheimer’s Association volunteer policies and procedures.

• Terms are renewable upon successful completion of annual goal-setting conversation with your staff partner.

Benefits to the Volunteer:

• Increase your knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias while serving your local community. • Be recognized as a leader and resource for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

• Join a network of other volunteers, staff and community leaders to help create a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia.

The Alzheimer's Association will provide training, information and electronic or printed materials to assist in your efforts. Orientation includes several hours of online learning, self-study and shadowing or mentoring by local Alzheimer's Association staff and volunteers. Some materials are available in multiple languages. To apply to become a Community Representative, visit volunteer.alz.org.

Agency: Alzheimer's Association: Central Ohio Chapter

Alzheimer's Association Community Representatives are community engagers that raise awareness of Alzheimer's Association programs, provide basic disease information, and link consumers to Alzheimer’s Association services.

Key Activities:

• Represent the Alzheimer's Association at a target of 12 community events / year in neighborhoods, rural counties, business and civic organizations or faith communities.

• Offer 20-minute Introduction to Alzheimer’s presentations for community organizations, congregations, civic organizations, sororities / fraternities, clubs and other locations.

• Promote support groups, education programs, Alzheimer & Brain Awareness Month, Walk to End Alzheimer’s, or The Longest Day using your local connections, bulletin boards, social media and physical displays in your community.

• Connect the Alzheimer's Association to new community organizations and connect people with additional Association services and volunteer opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Self-motivated individual that is comfortable reaching out to individuals, organizations and families in need and connecting them to the Alzheimer's Association.

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills and comfort with computers and email.

• Passionate about the Alzheimer’s Association mission with personal or professional experience with dementia preferred.

• Must be age 21 to apply. Background checks are required.

Commitment Expected:

• Community Representatives commit to appearing at a target of 12 events annually.

• All program volunteers participate in initial training and ongoing education and must comply with Alzheimer’s Association volunteer policies and procedures.

• Terms are renewable upon successful completion of annual goal-setting conversation with your staff partner.

Benefits to the Volunteer:

• Increase your knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias while serving your local community. • Be recognized as a leader and resource for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

• Join a network of other volunteers, staff and community leaders to help create a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia.

The Alzheimer's Association will provide training, information and electronic or printed materials to assist in your efforts. Orientation includes several hours of online learning, self-study and shadowing or mentoring by local Alzheimer's Association staff and volunteers. Some materials are available in multiple languages. To apply to become a Community Representative, visit volunteer.alz.org.

Agency: Alzheimer's Association: Central Ohio Chapter

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 43015

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Early Stage Social Engagement Leader

Early Stage Social Engagement Leaders plan, implement and assure positive experience during social engagement events/activities for people living with memory loss and their care partners.

Key Activities:

• In collaboration with staff and early stage advisors, schedule and implement social engagement events providing hospitality, support and volunteer oversight.

• Maintain clear communication with participants and early stage attendance rosters.

• Present pertinent Association materials and information to group members and assure a positive experience for attendees.

• Connect people with additional Association services and volunteer opportunities by proactively making referrals to Alzheimer's Association programs & free 24/7 Helpline.

Qualifications:

• Strong listening and effective communication skills with demonstrated success in working with a team.

• Successfully engages people living with dementia and has strong attention to detail.

• Ability to create and maintain a safe environment where participants’ thoughts and feelings are valued and group members are treated with fairness, equity and respect.

• Passionate about the Alzheimer’s Association mission with personal or professional experience with dementia preferred.

• Must be age 21 to apply. Background checks are required.

Commitment Expected:

• Early Stage Social Engagement Leaders commit to a 1-year term delivering a monthly group.

• All program volunteers participate in initial training and ongoing education and must comply with Alzheimer’s Association volunteer policies and procedures.

• Terms are renewable upon successful completion of annual goal-setting conversation with your staff partner.

Benefits to the Volunteer:

• Perfect your active listening and group management technique while serving your community.

• Increase your knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

• Be recognized as a leader and resource for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

• Join a network of other volunteers, staff and community leaders to help create a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia.

The Alzheimer's Association will provide training, information and electronic or printed materials to assist in your efforts. Orientation includes several hours of online learning, self-study and shadowing or mentoring by local Alzheimer's Association staff and volunteers. Some materials are available in multiple languages. To apply to become an Early Stage Social Engagement Leader, visit volunteer.alz.org.

Agency: Alzheimer's Association: Central Ohio Chapter

Early Stage Social Engagement Leaders plan, implement and assure positive experience during social engagement events/activities for people living with memory loss and their care partners.

Key Activities:

• In collaboration with staff and early stage advisors, schedule and implement social engagement events providing hospitality, support and volunteer oversight.

• Maintain clear communication with participants and early stage attendance rosters.

• Present pertinent Association materials and information to group members and assure a positive experience for attendees.

• Connect people with additional Association services and volunteer opportunities by proactively making referrals to Alzheimer's Association programs & free 24/7 Helpline.

Qualifications:

• Strong listening and effective communication skills with demonstrated success in working with a team.

• Successfully engages people living with dementia and has strong attention to detail.

• Ability to create and maintain a safe environment where participants’ thoughts and feelings are valued and group members are treated with fairness, equity and respect.

• Passionate about the Alzheimer’s Association mission with personal or professional experience with dementia preferred.

• Must be age 21 to apply. Background checks are required.

Commitment Expected:

• Early Stage Social Engagement Leaders commit to a 1-year term delivering a monthly group.

• All program volunteers participate in initial training and ongoing education and must comply with Alzheimer’s Association volunteer policies and procedures.

• Terms are renewable upon successful completion of annual goal-setting conversation with your staff partner.

Benefits to the Volunteer:

• Perfect your active listening and group management technique while serving your community.

• Increase your knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

• Be recognized as a leader and resource for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

• Join a network of other volunteers, staff and community leaders to help create a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia.

The Alzheimer's Association will provide training, information and electronic or printed materials to assist in your efforts. Orientation includes several hours of online learning, self-study and shadowing or mentoring by local Alzheimer's Association staff and volunteers. Some materials are available in multiple languages. To apply to become an Early Stage Social Engagement Leader, visit volunteer.alz.org.

Agency: Alzheimer's Association: Central Ohio Chapter

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 43015

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Central Ohio Chapter Community Educator

Alzheimer's Association Community Educators are volunteer public speakers who provide Alzheimer's Association education programs to community audiences.

Key activities:

Deliver approximately 12 presentations annually (one per month) using prepared Alzheimer's Association evidence-based consumer education programs on a variety of care and support topics Collaborate with local Association staff to expand programs by securing community partners, scheduling presentations, delivering the programs and managing needed materials Serve as presenter for chapter-scheduled education programs and conferences Connect people with additional Association services and volunteer opportunities by proactively making referrals to Alzheimer's Association programs & free 24/7 helpline

Qualifications:

Excellent communication, presentation and adult education skills Comfort with computers and familiarity with email and PowerPoint presentations Ability to network and collaborate with staff, volunteers and community partners Passionate about the Alzheimer's Association mission with personal or professional experience with dementia preferred Must be age 21 to apply. Background checks are required.

Benefits to the Volunteer:

Perfect your public speaking ability and technique while serving your local community. Increase your knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Be recognized as a leader and resource for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Join a network of other volunteers, staff and community leaders to help create a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia.

The Alzheimer's Association will provide training, information and  electronic or printed materials to assist in your efforts. Orientation includes several hours of online learning, self-study and shadowing or mentoring by local Alzheimer's Association staff and volunteers. Some materials are available in multiple languages.

Formal applications can be submitted at volunteer.alz.org

Agency: Alzheimer's Association: Central Ohio Chapter

Alzheimer's Association Community Educators are volunteer public speakers who provide Alzheimer's Association education programs to community audiences.

Key activities:

Deliver approximately 12 presentations annually (one per month) using prepared Alzheimer's Association evidence-based consumer education programs on a variety of care and support topics Collaborate with local Association staff to expand programs by securing community partners, scheduling presentations, delivering the programs and managing needed materials Serve as presenter for chapter-scheduled education programs and conferences Connect people with additional Association services and volunteer opportunities by proactively making referrals to Alzheimer's Association programs & free 24/7 helpline

Qualifications:

Excellent communication, presentation and adult education skills Comfort with computers and familiarity with email and PowerPoint presentations Ability to network and collaborate with staff, volunteers and community partners Passionate about the Alzheimer's Association mission with personal or professional experience with dementia preferred Must be age 21 to apply. Background checks are required.

Benefits to the Volunteer:

Perfect your public speaking ability and technique while serving your local community. Increase your knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Be recognized as a leader and resource for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Join a network of other volunteers, staff and community leaders to help create a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia.

The Alzheimer's Association will provide training, information and  electronic or printed materials to assist in your efforts. Orientation includes several hours of online learning, self-study and shadowing or mentoring by local Alzheimer's Association staff and volunteers. Some materials are available in multiple languages.

Formal applications can be submitted at volunteer.alz.org

Agency: Alzheimer's Association: Central Ohio Chapter

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 43015

Allow Groups: No