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35 people are interested
Help support those living with Alzheimer's and Dementia
ORGANIZATION: Alzheimer's Association Heart of America Chapter
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35 people are interested
Alzheimer's Association Mission: To eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research.
Our Vision: A world without Alzheimer's disease.
We are looking for passionate committee members for The Longest Day (TLD), our annual "do-it-yourself" fundraising program! Shine a light with us to fight the darkness of Alzheimer's and all other dementia.The volunteer's role for TLD includes all or some of the following: attending monthly committee meetings (in person or virtual), making phone calls to participants, writing thank you cards, reaching out to your network and making connections, assisting with marketing of events, participating on the TLD social media pages, fundraising etc. Your Alzheimer's Association staff partner supports you throughout the program and is very flexible and happy to tailor your volunteer experience around your interests and schedule.
Ideal volunteers would have some of these traits: Enjoy connecting with people, passionate about ending Alzheimer's, enthusiastic, creative, comfortable talking on the phone and a willingness to participate in or co-host events.
Monthly commitment: Approximately 4-5 hours per month. This will vary depending on the month, and as mentioned above, our staff partner is very flexible with what works for you. While TLD is on June 20th, we like working with volunteers year round.
For more information on The Longest Day visit alz.org/tld
https://youtu.be/fMUOPMnj9sk
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About Alzheimer's Association Heart of America Chapter
Location:
3846 West 75th Street, Prairie Village, KS 66208, US
Mission Statement
To eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's.
Description
The Alzheimer’s Association was founded by individuals like you who saw the need for an organization to unite caregivers, provide support to those facing Alzheimer’s and advance research. More than 30 years later, the Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support, and research.
Our volunteers have been, and continue to be, critical to expanding our reach across communities nationwide to provide care and support to those impacted by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. By working together, we are moving closer to our vision of a world without Alzheimer’s disease.
If you are interested in volunteering please contact Lindsey Parsons, Program Manager at lparsons@alz.org or 913-831-3888.
You can also check out our volunteer website to get started at: volunteer.alz.org
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
3846 W 75th STPrairie Village, KS 66208
DATE POSTED
August 22, 2022
SKILLS
- Networking
- Fundraising
- Relationship Building
- Public Relations
- Community Outreach
- Professional Development
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training
- 4-5 hours per month
- Great at collaboration and working independently, self-starter, experience in fundraising helpful