2019 Walk to End Alzheimer's Advocacy Chair- Tri-Cities TN/VA
ORGANIZATION: Alzheimer's Association - Northeast Tennessee
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The Advocacy Chair serves as the primary lead for recruiting Alzheimer's Impact Movement (AIM) members throughout the Walk planning process and updates committee on advocacy opportunities. The AIM-Advocacy Chair will assemble a sub-committee to recruit new AIM members and advocates from all sectors of the community. This individual must have knowledge of and interest in Alzheimer's Association and AIM legislative priorities. Strong communication and presentation skills. Must understand and be comfortable communicating the role of AIM activities as the advocacy arm of the Alzheimer's Association. Must be able to delegate tasks and work hand in hand with other committee members and Alzheimer's Association staff
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About Alzheimer's Association - Northeast Tennessee
Location:
2020 Meadowview Parkway, Suite 100, Kingsport, TN 37660, 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.
Description
The Kingsport office is part of the Alzheimer's Association's Tennessee Chapter that serves 85 counties in Tennessee and Virginia with offices in Nashville, Memphis, Johnson City, Chattanooga and Knoxville. Since 1980, the Chapter has provided reliable information and care consultation; created supportive services for families; increased funding for dementia research; and influenced public policy changes. Today, the Tennessee Chapter serve the over 120,000 affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias as well as the over 140,000 people involved as caregivers.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
2020 Meadowview ParkwaySuite 100Kingsport, TN 37660
DATE POSTED
January 3, 2019
SKILLS
- Advocacy
- Networking
- Organization
- People Skills
- Public Speaking
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- Weekly committee tasks and monthly meetings
- Have a passion for finding a cure for Alzheimer's disease