Community Educator
ORGANIZATION: Alzheimer's Association - Wichita Falls Regional Office
Please visit the new page to apply.
Community Educators are volunteer public speakers who help the Alzheimer's Association provide consumer education. These volunteers deliver prepared presentations on topics related to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
Community Educators:
- Deliver approximately 12 presentations (in person or virtually) annually using prepared Alzheimer’s Association consumer education programs on a variety of care and support topics.
- Collaborate with local Association staff to expand programs by securing community partners, scheduling presentations, delivering the programs, and managing needed materials.
- Serve as presenter for chapter-scheduled education programs and conferences.
- Connect people with additional Association services and volunteer opportunities by proactively making referrals to Alzheimer's Association programs & free 24/7 Helpline.
More opportunities with Alzheimer's Association - Wichita Falls Regional Office
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About Alzheimer's Association - Wichita Falls Regional Office
Location:
901 Indiana Avenue, Suite 350, Wichita Falls, TX 76301, US
Mission Statement
Our Vision: A world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia. Our Mission: 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
Alzheimer's Association volunteers deliver support and education, raise funds, advocate for Alzheimer’s and more to help achieve our vision of a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia(r).
We seek committed, passionate volunteers to educate the public, lead support groups, and provide social engagement to those living with early-stage Alzheimer's in all communities. Whether you can spare a few hours a week or can make a more significant time commitment, please consider becoming an Alzheimer’s Association volunteer.
Ready to get started? Visit volunteer.alz.org or contact Alyssa Johnston at akjohnston@alz.org.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
901 Indiana AvenueSuite 350Wichita Falls, TX 76301
DATE POSTED
February 22, 2023
SKILLS
- Adult Education
- Community Outreach
- Basic Computer Skills
- Networking
- Public Speaking
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- About 5 hours/month. Volunteers are asked to deliver regular education programs within the Wichita Falls Regional Office service area. Time commitment varies depending on programs scheduled.
- Passionate about the Alzheimer’s Association mission with personal or professional experience with dementia preferred.