Visit A Man Affected By ALS & Help Run Errands (Lewis)
ORGANIZATION: The ALS Association: Iowa
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A 58-year-old man with ALS and his wife would love a volunteer visitor to provide companionship and assist with running errands as needed. They would like help every other week for approximately 1-2 hours a time: Monday-Friday between 8 am-5 pm would be the best days and times for a volunteer to visit. They do have a dog in their home.
If you have a few extra hours a month to help a neighbor in need, we'd love to hear from you! This opportunity is part of the ALS Association's Family Assistance Program:
https://www.als.org/mn-nd-sd/mn-nd-sd/local-care-services/family-assistance-program
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About The ALS Association: Iowa
Location:
3636 WESTOWN PKWY STE 204, WDM, IA 50266, US
Mission Statement
Leading the fight to treat and cure ALS through global research and nationwide advocacy while also empowering people with Lou Gehrig’s Disease and their families to live fuller lives by providing them with compassionate care and support.
Description
The ALS Association is the only not-for-profit health organization in Iowa dedicated solely to the fight against ALS. As the preeminent ALS organization, The Association leads the way in research, patient and community services, public education, and advocacy - giving help and hope to those facing the disease.
The ALS Association, Iowa provides direct services, resources and support to Iowans affected by ALS through our care services and programs. The core Chapter services include:
Home Visits
Equipment Loan Program
Quality of Life Grant Program
Patient and Family Support Groups
ALS Specific Clinics
Care Specific Advocacy
Volunteer Program
Communication and Assistive Device Program
Information and Referral Services
Community/Healthcare Education
Over 85% of the money raised through The ALS Association, Iowa stays local to provide services to Iowans impacted by ALS. We also support global, cutting-edge ALS research and participate in state and federal advocacy efforts to find additional treatments and a cure. There are approximately 250 Iowans living with ALS at any given time and our organization has grown from providing services to a handful of patients with ALS in the Des Moines area in 2003 to serving 220+ patients statewide in 2015.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
A Private HomeLewis, IA 51544
DATE POSTED
September 25, 2024
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 1-2 hours every other week, ideally Monday-Friday between 8 am-5 pm
- Online interest form (https://forms.office.com/r/zkWNHBajwi), phone or Zoom interview, 2 references.