- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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33 people are interested
Alzheimer's in Diverse Communities: Asian Outreach
ORGANIZATION: Alzheimer's Association San Diego/Imperial
Please visit the new page to apply.
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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33 people are interested
According to the 2021 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures, an annual report released by the Alzheimer's Association, 32% of Asian-Americans report discrimination when seeking healthcare as a barrier to Alzheimer’s and dementia care and 47% of caregivers report discrimination when seeking healthcare for their loved ones with dementia.
Knowledge and stigma about Alzheimer’s disease varies widely across communities of color with 46% of Asian-Americans expressing concern about developing Alzheimer’s.
Additionally, did you know that since the pandemic began, deaths from COVID-19 have increased by 16%?
Help the Alzheimer's Association continue to make inroads in this community by becoming a volunteer Virtual Community Representative today! We need your help more than ever to increase awareness of Alzheimer's disease as well as to connect people to FREE programs and services. YOU can make a difference!
*OPPORTUNITY FOR IN-PERSON VOLUNTEERING FOR THOSE FULLY VACCINATED AGAINST COVID-19
Role:
- Research and connect with Asian-centered organizations in San Diego and Imperial Counties with the intent of forming an ongoing relationship and collaboration
- Promote programs and services from the Alzheimer's Association
- Engage others in the mission of the Alzheimer's Association
- Participate in meetings, health fairs, etc. as needed
- Network with others in related fields who could support our efforts to increase access in all communities
- Willingness to learn about Alzheimer's disease and how it affects the Asian-American community
- Opportunity to become a community educator by teaching classes on dementia-related topics
- Opportunity to participate in the Walk to End Alzheimer's
- Must be local to the San Diego and Imperial area
- Must be over 21 years of age
1 More opportunity with Alzheimer's Association San Diego/Imperial
Opportunities
About Alzheimer's Association San Diego/Imperial
Location:
5075 Shoreham Pl. #240, San Diego, CA 92122, 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 Alzheimer's Association(r) is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research.
Our Vision: A world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia(r)
- We provide care and support
- We educate and raise awareness
- We accelerate research
- We advocate
- Join our cause
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
5075 Shoreham PlaceSuite 240San Diego, CA 92122
DATE POSTED
October 17, 2022
SKILLS
- Adult Education
- Cross-cultural Communication
- Relationship Building
- Community Outreach
- Social Work
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- At least 1-2 hrs per week for 6 months or longer
- Ability to be professional at all times as a representative of the Alzheimer's Association, online and one-on-one mandatory training. Must apply at volunteer.alz.org for the Virtual Community Representative and/or Virtual Community Educator position.