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2017 Walk to End Alzheimer's Northwest Arkansas Planning Committee

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ORGANIZATION: Alzheimer's Association - Arkansas Chapter

  • 4 people are interested

Alzheimer's Association, Arkansas Chapter is seeking dedicated volunteers to assist in the many facets of event planning for our signature event, Walk to End Alzheimer's. Volunteers will work with the staff partner to identify a sub-committee that best fits!

2017 goals

  • Recruit 123 teams to raise $160,000 to advance the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association (r).
  • Expand the Planning Committee to reach additional members of the community who are looking for meaningful volunteer opportunities.
  • Increase the size and scope of each subcommittee so more can be accomplished throughout the year.

What we ask of you

  • Join the committee and choose a subcommittee that best fits your skills and interests: Team Recruitment, Team Retention, Sponsorship, Marketing and Outreach, Logistics or Mission.
  • Attend the Committee Orientation to receive training on the basics of Alzheimer’s disease, learn about Association programs and services, and receive an introduction to the Walk event model.
  • Participate in committee meetings held at the Alzheimer’s Association Northwest Arkansas office. Meetings are held once-twice a month and are one hour long.
  • Start or join a Walk to End Alzheimer’s team at alz.org/walk, raise awareness and funds, and join us on Walk day to help us create an exceptional day-of-event experience for our participants.

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About Alzheimer's Association - Arkansas Chapter

Location:

11300 N Rodney Parham Rd., Suite 200, Little Rock, AR 72212, US

Mission Statement

The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia -- by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

Description

As part of the nation-wide network of chapters, the Arkansas Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association provides the nearly 60,000 Arkansans living with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers with localized, hands-on support, including the provision of education programs, support groups and social engagement for individuals in the early stages of Alzheimer’s.

The Arkansas Chapter continually strives to increase awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and available resources for those living with the disease and their many caregivers, including loved ones, family members, and medical professionals. A unique program for employers to offer their employees who may need Association resources is available at no cost.

CAUSE AREAS

Community
Health & Medicine
Seniors
Community, Health & Medicine, Seniors

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

5506 Walsh LaneSuite 212Rogers, AR 72758

(36.3103,-94.19193)
 

SKILLS

  • Event Management
  • Google Apps
  • Fundraising
  • Public Relations
  • Customer Service
  • Community Outreach

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 23
  • in person meetings 1-2 times per month

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