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1 person is interested
Early Stage Alzheimer's/Dementia Support Group Facilitator- Middletown, NY
ORGANIZATION: Alzheimer's Association, Hudson Valley Chapter
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1 person is interested
The Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley Chapter is seeking a Support Group Facilitator for an in-person Middletown Early Stage Alzheimer's/Dementia support group that runs the Second Thursday from 1-2:30pm. Please note the location to account for distance if travel is needed.
Support Group Facilitators create a safe, open environment where people share their feelings, thoughts and experiences in a combined effort to better cope with and manage the shared problems of dementia. The goal of Alzheimer's Association support groups is to provide emotional, social and/or educational support to group members. We provide comprehensive training and support to help facilitators confidently run their groups.
To learn more about this position or see our other opportunities, please visit volunteer.alz.org. Please contact Joan Carl jcarl@alz.org for more information.
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About Alzheimer's Association, Hudson Valley Chapter
Location:
2649 South Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, 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 Hudson Valley Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association covers the counties of Westchester, Rockland, Putnam, Orange, Sullivan, Ulster and Dutchess. Offices are located in Purchase, Poughkeepsie, Middletown and New City. www.alz.org/hudsonvalley for a complete list of services and special events.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Middletown, NY 10940
DATE POSTED
December 25, 2024
SKILLS
- Basic Computer Skills
- People Skills
- Public Speaking
- Relationship Building
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- Support Group Facilitators commit to a 1-year term delivering a monthly group. Terms are renewable upon successful completion of annual goal-setting conversation with your staff partner.