- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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40 people are interested
Day Club Friend
ORGANIZATION: Alzheimer's Alliance of Smith County
Please visit the new page to apply.
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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40 people are interested
"Terrific Tuesdays" Day Club is a program providing respite (a break) for those caring for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Research proves that cognitive and social stimulation improves mood and delays cognitive regression in daily living for individuals with dementia. Caregivers also benefit with a break to recharge, relax, maintain relationships with friends, and restore their own physical and mental health by keeping up with personal doctor visits and more.
The Day Club is hosted by Marvin United Methodist Church in Tyler and operates on Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Volunteers are paired with a "Best Friend" (participant) and learn their "life story." Knowledge about your new friend will assist with trust building and effective communication while doing activities together during Day Club.
Groups of children and teens are welcome. Groups who wish to provide music and entertainment are also encouraged!
More opportunities with Alzheimer's Alliance of Smith County
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Alzheimer's Alliance of Smith County
Location:
211 Winchester Drive, Tyler, TX 75701, US
Mission Statement
To support families, friends, and neighbors affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias in Smith County.
Description
The Alzheimer's Alliance of Smith County offers programs and services to support families, friends, and neighbors affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Services offered include personal consulations with a social worker, free memory screenings, adult day respite program, financial resources, information, a tracking program for wanderers, training for professionals, and education for clients and caregivers.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Marvin United Methodist ChurchTyler, TX 75702
DATE POSTED
January 15, 2018
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Elder care
- Relationship Building
- Counseling / Mental Health
- Healthcare
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 12
- Orientation or Training
- Tuesdays, 9:00 am - 2:15 pm
- Weekly or bi-weekly commitment preferred.