Address
57 N Franklin St Wilkes-Barre PA 18701Phone
570.822.9915 ext. 1812Hours
Contact
Ryan SchofieldDescription
Visit our YouTube Channel to learn more about how you can help this organization...https://youtu.be/vzbv85t65-8 The Alzheimer's Association Greater Pennsylvania serves 59 counties in western, central and northeastern Pennsylvania through our six offices. We help all those facing Alzheimer's disease and other dementias by providing support groups and educational resources, while advancing crucial research and public policy initiatives. Join the fight against Alzheimer's disease by becoming an Alzheimer's Association Greater Pennsylvania volunteer. From planning an even to hosting a support group to providing office support, there are many ways to get involved. See below for opportunities that best fit your interests and availability. Ways to Get Involved Special Event Volunteers Assist with the planning and execution of fundraisers such as Walk to End Alzheimer's, The Longest Day, conferences and other events. Committee members tasks include recruiting team members, raising revenue, increasing awareness and implementing event activities. Advocates JOIN THE CAUSE!! Join us and speak up for the needs and rights of people with Alzheimer’s disease and their families. Advocates are asked to make two actions a year. Actions include: writing a letter or email, making a phone call, signing a petition, or visiting your local legislator. Add your voice to ours—become an advocate today! TrialMatch Volunteer Find clinical trials through Alzheimer's Association TrailMatch. This free, easy-to-use clinical studies matching service generates customized lists of studies based on user-provided information. You can easily see what studies you may qualify for. Virtual Community Educators Alzheimer's Association Virtual Community Educators are volunteer public speakers who provide Alzheimer's Association education programs through virtual platforms to community audiences. Program Tech Support Program Tech Support volunteers assist Alzheimer's Association staff and volunteers to provide support groups and education programs through virtual platforms and expand the reach of Alzheimer's Association programs in the community. Community Volunteer Leader Alzheimer's Association Community Volunteer Leaders help the local chapter recruit program volunteers, network, build relationships, plan & promote local events, and evaluate community needs. Community Representative Alzheimer's Association Community Representatives are community engagers that raise awareness of Alzheimer's Association programs, provide basic disease information, and link consumers to Alzheimer’s Association services. Support Group Facilitator 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. Virtual Community Representative Alzheimer's Association Community Representatives are community engagers that raise awareness of Alzheimer's Association programs, provide basic disease information, and link consumers to Alzheimer’s Association services. Faith Outreach Representative Alzheimer's Association Faith Outreach Representatives are community engagers that raise awareness of Alzheimer's Association programs, provide basic disease information, and link consumers to Alzheimer’s Association services. Chapter Promotores Alzheimer's Association Promotores are volunteer community engagers that raise awareness of Association programs, provide basic disease information, and link consumers to resources. Promotores are traditionally known as connectors, educators, mentors, counselors, peer leaders, patient navigators or health advocates and serve as liaisons between the Alzheimer's Association and the Hispanic/Latino community. Support Group Mentor Support Group Mentors provide mentoring and training support for facilitators of early stage or caregiver groups. Community EducatorE-Mail Alzheimer's Association
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