The Alzheimer Society Waterloo Wellington's mission is to improve the quality of life for those living in our Community with Alzheimer's disease or other dementias, and their care partners, through support, information, advocacy, education and promotion of research.
Description
Volunteers will provide a weekly engaging recreational phone call program offering persons with dementia socialization and an opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations and activities. The Spark Phone call program lasts 8 weeks.
Training Details
training, orientation and support is provided
Working Conditions
Volunteers will provide phone calls from the Alzheimer Society Waterloo office or a location, tbd.
Duration
1 year or more
Timing
Weekday - Daytime
Time Detail
Phone calls are made during the work week (Monday to Friday) and between 8.30 am and 3.00 pm
Age
18+
Ideal for
An Individual
Transportation
On a bus route
Accessibility
Accessible work space
Area(s) of Interest
Caring Support, Health Care / Wellness, Senior Services
Skill(s)
Communicate in Plain Language, Fund Development, Motivate Others, Sensitivity, Empathy