Position Description Title: Bingo Volunteer Location: Delta OLG Gaming Centre, St. Catharines Assigned Supervisor: Manager of Fund Development, Coordinator of Volunteer Programs Job Summary This customer support role is a very important part of our fundraising! This volunteer position allows us to make money for our many programs and services at the Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region. …
Volunteers in this position will assist with the implementation of the Aging and Dementia Simulation to a variety of schools, organizations, facilities, businesses, and for civic and church groups. The Aging and Dementia Simulation is a hands-on educational tool where participants temporarily experience the impact of aging and dementia.
The director, as a member of the Board of Directors, has authority to participate in establishing and reviewing matters of policy which would be the most beneficial in promoting the interests and welfare of the Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region (ASNR), its clients, staff and stakeholders.
The role of the volunteer is to assist the program facilitator to implement and coordinate weekly Brain Wave Café programs. The Brain Wave Café offers an informal place for people to meet up on a regular basis for a coffee, get information, share experiences and participate in “healthy brain” activities within their local communities. Individuals living with cognitive change or dementia, care partners, family and friends are all welcome.
Friendly Visiting volunteers are those who are willing to share their time to make a difference in the life of an individual who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia. Volunteers visit our clients once per week in the client’s home. The volunteer will engage the client in a meaningful activity during their visit.
Fundraising volunteers assist with various tasks throughout the planning and culmination of our fundraising events. Volunteers are required as committee members, for office support and event day support. Each commitment varies in length from several months to a few hours and is required at various times throughout the year.
Office volunteers assist with the day to day functions of the Alzheimer Society. Office hours are from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Duties can include: assisting with mailings, photocopying, shredding, compiling packages and data entry.
The role of the Activity Volunteer is to assist clients and care partners during REBEL group sessions. The Activity Volunteer will help to encourage a sense of community, support and fulfillment in a safe and nurturing environment, while listening to the voices of the participants because they need to be acknowledged, consulted, supported and empowered to remain active as they direct their own plans for the present and future.
Reception volunteers assist with the front desk duties of the Alzheimer Society. Office hours are from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Position Description Title: Recollections Life Story Assistant Location: Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region office Assigned Supervisor: First Link Coordinator Job Summary The role of the Life Story Assistant is to work one-on-one with an individual living with dementia to assist them in completing a 10 to 20 page life story book. Responsibilities To meet with…