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ORGANIZATION: Hearts & Minds Activity Center

  • 40 people are interested
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We are looking for energetic yoga fanatics to lead our seniors through a few yoga exercises on a scheduled basis - set by the instructor. (Weekly / Biweekly / Monthly).

We are open Monday through Friday, and we would be able to host an instructor between 11am - 12:00pm, or from 2:00pm - 4:00pm.

All volunteers must be vaccinated for COVID-19 + One Booster.

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About Hearts & Minds Activity Center

Location:

2380 Enborg Ln., San Jose, CA 95128, US

Mission Statement

Hearts & Minds Activity Center is dedicated to enriching the lives of individuals affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related conditions by providing safe, nurturing activities, intergenerational services, and a rich network of support.

Description

Founded in 1984, Hearts & Minds Activity Center emerged as the first large capacity dementia-specific adult day program in the country. Since its inception, Hearts & Minds has provided services to over 6,000 individuals living with dementia and their families. Our adult day program offers the following:

  • Over 60 weekly hours of caregiver relief

  • Daily intergenerational activities

  • Variety of activities tailored to individual’s impairment level

  • Active peer and multigenerational socialization

  • Secure outdoor space designed for individuals with dementia

  • Shower, podiatry, and haircut services

  • Ongoing community education and support

  • Respite services offered six days per week, Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

CAUSE AREAS

Community
Health & Medicine
Seniors
Community, Health & Medicine, Seniors

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

2380 Enborg Ln.San Jose, CA 95128

SKILLS

  • Teaching / Instruction
  • Physical Education
  • Community Outreach
  • People Skills
  • Fitness Instruction
  • Relationship Building

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 30 min to an hour once per week / biweekly / monthly
  • Yoga certification preferred. Upbeat and enthusiastic personality required. Previous experience leading seniors, teaching chair exercise, and working with people who have dementia is preferred.

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