Share your Passion for Brain Health & Healthy Aging in Wilmington

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The need for effective dementia risk reduction strategies that help all communities increases by the day. Two-thirds of Americans have at least one major risk factor for dementia.

A growing body of evidence shows that addressing certain modifiable risk factors and promoting healthy behaviors can reduce the risk of cognitive decline.

This Community Educator will present Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body, an education program that gives science-based recommendations about taking care of our brains and bodies in seven main areas -sleep, smoking, nutrition, exercise, smoking, cognitive and social engagement.
Educators will be able to download the powerpoint and script to practice on their own and meet with the program manager to learn more about our resources.

Potential volunteers could have a background in nutrition, fitness, gerontology, or just a passion for healthy living/aging well. This is a great program that can be done in collaboration with many organizations and services, like paired with a cooking demo, gardening or canning class, wellness retreat, etc.
Professionals can incorporate the program into their day-to-day work.

Daytime availability a plus, many programs are requested during weekdays.

Presenters are expected to:
 Lead a program at least quarterly through staff collaboration and/or by scheduling your own presentations (faith community, nonprofit organizations, social services, etc.)
 Refer attendees to the resources and programs of the Alzheimer’s Association as appropriate
 Arrive on time, have reliable transportation, be comfortable with public speaking and technology
 Successfully complete online training as well as individual preparation for each program

For more information about joining our Community Education Team, please complete the Volunteer Interest Profile at volunteer.alz.org or contact Brooke Vallely at bbvallely@alz.org