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24 people are interested
Bird Tales-Connecting People with Dementia to Birds
ORGANIZATION: Bird Conservancy of the Rockies
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24 people are interested
Bird Tales is an innovative program that connects seniors affected by dementia with nature. Increasing access
to nature and environmental education to under-served populations is a top priority of Bird Conservancy. By
facilitating this one-hour program, volunteers provide the opportunity to learn interesting information about
birds and conservation, spark memories, and bring joy from intentional interaction to memory care residents.
Bird Conservancy depends on volunteers to make Bird Tales a success and would be unable to provide this
program without their continued commitment.
We are looking for 8-10 committed and engaging volunteers to facilitate our Bird Tales program in local Memory Care and Assisted Living facilities. Each program generally runs 45 minutes to an hour every 2 weeks. Specific times vary by location.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Facilitating the Bird Tales program twice per month (approx. 1 hour per program) at memory care units in the Denver Metro
- Maintaining program materials, recording and reporting program attendance
- Communicating progress, needs, and ideas with BCR staff
- Tracking number of hours volunteered in the Volgistics system
- This position requires transporting self to and from program locations
- Physical demands: Ability to sit or stand while teaching for 1 hour at a time
More opportunities with Bird Conservancy of the Rockies
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Bird Conservancy of the Rockies
Location:
14500 Lark Bunting Lane, Brighton, CO 80603, US
Mission Statement
Bird Conservancy of the Rockies conserves birds and their habitats through an integrated approach of science, education and land stewardship. Our work radiates from the Rockies to the Great Plains, Mexico and beyond. Our mission is advanced through sound science, achieved through empowering people, realized through stewardship and sustained through partnerships. Together, we are improving native bird populations, the land and the lives of people.
Description
To accomplish our mission, we combine science, education and stewardship in a full-circle approach that involves:
Researching bird ecology and population response to anthropogenic and natural processes to evaluate and adjust management and conservation strategies using the best available science;
Monitoring long-term bird population trends to provide a scientific foundation for conservation action;
Educating people of all ages through active, experiential programs that create an awareness of and appreciation for birds;
Partnering with state and federal natural resource agencies, private citizens, schools, universities, and other non-governmental organizations to build synergy and consensus for bird conservation;
Fostering good stewardship on private and public lands through voluntary, cooperative partnerships that create win-win situations for wildlife and people;
Sharing the latest information on bird populations, land management and conservation practices to create informed publics;
Delivering bird conservation at biologically relevant scales by working across political and jurisdictional boundaries in western North America.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Various Locations around Denver MetroCentennial, CO 80121
DATE POSTED
August 8, 2019
SKILLS
- Adult Education
- Elder care
- People Skills
- Animal Therapy
- Public Speaking
- Environmental Education
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 1-2 hours every two weeks (twice a month)
- knowledge of ornithology & informal education; experience working with seniors; at least 18 years old with valid drivers license; maintain materials & report attendance