Volunteer Opportunity Details:

Volunteers needed to lead support group meetings for family caregivers and/or those with memory loss who are coping with affects of Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. Volunteers are provided ongoing technical assistance and support by the Chapter office, free training, written materials and reference manual. Groups meet usually once a month, for up to two hours at a time. Total volunteer time required 4 hours once a month.

All volunteers are required to complete and pass the Chapter's application process, which includes an interview with the Chapter representative, a Washington State Criminal Background check and be willing to make a one year commitment. A full day long mandatory training is offered three to four times a year- and continuing education opportunities for those who have little facilitation experience. All volunteers are asked to agree to chapter policies such as confidentiality and non-endorsement.

This opportunity is sponsored by: Alzheimer's Association Western and Central WA State Chapter

We need volunteers who are free at these times Evenings Weekdays Monthly This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers Unpaid Intern Individual Adults (26-54) Young Adults (18-25) Adults (55+)

Contact Person: Linda Whiteside, Director, Community Support And Volunteer Recruitment, (phone), (email) View all agency contacts

Address:

12721 30th Ave. NE Suite 101 Seattle, WA 98125 (See a map)

Directions:

From Northbound I-5: Take I-5 past downtown Seattle and past Northgate Mall, take the next exit, Roosevelt Way NE and 130th St. Roosevelt Way becomes 125th St., continue onto 30th Ave. NE. Turn left onto 30th. We are on the left hand side of the street just past the fire station.   Nearest Bus Stop: 358, 5 minute walk

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Miscellaneous Information

Are Youth Volunteers Welcome?
	No
What is the minimum age for volunteers?
	21
Are court-appointed community service volunteers okay?
	No
Can families with young children volunteer for this opportunity?
	No

Last updated on August 10, 2009