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Advocate for people with Alzheimer's and dementia!
ORGANIZATION: Alzheimer's Association, Northern CA and Northern NV
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11 people are interested
Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. Join us in this fight by becoming an advocate.
We need dedicated, passionate advocates in and around Silicon Valley to advocate for Alzheimer's and dementia research, care and support in Congress and in our State Capitol. Whatever your availability or experience, you can help make a difference by sharing why Alzheimer's matters to you and driving your legislators to take action to improve the lives of everyone affected by Alzheimer’s or other dementia.
Your level of commitment is completely flexible to fit your schedule, style and skills.
Here are just a few examples of the kinds of things Alzheimer's advocates can do:
- Meet and educate their Members of Congress and state legislators about the impact of Alzheimer's and other dementia on their own lives and others in their community- Attend our annual State Advocacy Day in Sacramento (May 8, 2023, act.alz.org/CAAdvocacyDay2023)
- Attend our annual National Advocacy Forum in Washington, D.C. (March 19-21, 2023)
- Write letters to the editor
- Build awareness through social media
- Work with a team of other volunteers in your area who are also passionate about ending Alzheimer's
- Use your personal experience and connections as a powerful force for positive change!
We will provide all the training and support you need, even if you have never written or spoken to a legislator before. The only requirement is that you have direct personal experience with, and are passionate about, Alzheimer's or other form of dementia.
Most advocacy can be done virtually, but there will be 1-2 events/year in Palo Alto.
About us:
The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voice for Alzheimer's and dementia advocacy, fighting for critical
research, prevention and care initiatives at the state and federal level. We are driving policymakers to take historic steps to address the Alzheimer’s crisis - click here to volunteer with us and be part of the solution!
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About Alzheimer's Association, Northern CA and Northern NV
Location:
2290 N. First Street, Suite 101, San Jose, CA 95131, US
Mission Statement
The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research. Our 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. Our vision, A world without Alzheimer's disease.
Description
We provide programs and support services for patients, families, caregivers, and others in the San Francisco Bay Area affected by Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. Outside the federal government, the Alzheimer's Association is the largest research funder in the country and offers advocacy opportunities to make public policy change.
At the Alzheimer's Association, diversity and inclusion are vital to our mission. The Association leads strategic initiatives to support diversity and a culture of inclusivity. These strategic initiatives also strengthen outreach to all populations, providing communities with resources and support to address the Alzheimer’s crisis. By partnering with organizations locally and nationally to advance diversity and inclusion, the Association can broaden its reach in all communities.
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WHERE
698 Emerson StreetPalo Alto, CA 94301
DATE POSTED
March 29, 2023
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Social Media / Blogging
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training
- Variable according to your needs.
- Live in Congresswoman Eshoo's district https://eshoo.house.gov/about-16th-district. You do not need to be a citizen or registered voter.