Alzheimer's Association

Cause Area

Health & Medicine
Seniors

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75 Talcott RdSuite 40Williston, VT 05495 United States

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https://alz.org/vermont

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Volunteer Community Educator - Vermont (Statewide)

Flexible Schedule | Williston, VT 05495

Alzheimer's Association Community Educators (AACEs) are volunteer public speakers who help raise awareness, provide education and expand the reach of Alzheimer's Association programs in the community. AACEs deliver Alzheimer’s Association Core Curriculum using prepared training materials on topics related to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias as well as information for individuals and families impacted by the disease. KEY ACTIVITIES: Communicate effectively and deliver Core Curriculum (Common Programs) presentations and information to the community. Adhere to Alzheimer's Association’s established curricula and position statements. Work with Alzheimer’s Association staff partners to identify and coordinate education programs that reach target audiences. Coordination includes securing program partner, scheduling, preparing presentations, and managing needed materials. Serve as presenter for chapter-scheduled education programs and conferences. Connect members of the community with additional Association services by proactively making referrals to Alzheimer's Association programs & free 24/7 Helpline. Complete necessary paperwork for reporting.

Date Posted: 2024-12-17
Support Group Facilitator for Caregivers - Vermont Statewide

Flexible Schedule | Williston, VT 05495

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. As facilitators, individuals may be responsible for general caregiver, adult children, spouse, gender-specific or language-specific groups. KEY ACTIVITIES: Follow expectations and recommendations of the Caregiver Support Group Facilitator Manual, including participation in initial & ongoing training and submission of all required documentation to Chapter. Conduct support group in-person with one other facilitator at established location Coordinate any speakers/presenters with local chapter staff. Encourage participants to provide assistance and emotional support to one another. Present pertinent Association materials and information to group members. Connect members of the community with additional Association services by proactively making referrals to Alzheimer's Association programs & free 24/7 Helpline.

Date Posted: 2024-12-17

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Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

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The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's disease.

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