Caregiver Support Group Facilitator
ORGANIZATION: Alzheimer's Association, Hudson Valley Chapter
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The role of the facilitator of the Alzheimer’s Association support groups is to provide emotional, social
and/or educational support to group members. Training provided. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Follow expectations and recommendations of the Caregiver Support Group Facilitator
Manual, including participation in initial & ongoing training, record keeping, and regular
meetings with Association staff.
Arrange for speakers/presenters for the group as needed.
Encourage participants to provide assistance and emotional support to one another.
Present pertinent Association materials and information to group members.
Inform the Alzheimer’s Association in advance of any changes in group facilitators, time
or location of group meetings.
Time commitment:
A commitment of at least one year is expected.
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About Alzheimer's Association, Hudson Valley Chapter
Location:
2649 South Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, 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
The Hudson Valley Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association covers the counties of Westchester, Rockland, Putnam, Orange, Sullivan, Ulster and Dutchess. Offices are located in Purchase, Poughkeepsie, Middletown and New City. www.alz.org/hudsonvalley for a complete list of services and special events.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
February 12, 2018
SKILLS
- Program Management
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Healthcare
- Social Work
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training
- One year - monthly meetings
- empathetic, organized