Alzheimer Society of London and Middlesex

What services does your organization provide?

• Social work counselling and support groups
• Learning series & public education programs
• Social recreation programs (Food for Thought; Garden Club; Artful Minds; Generation Link)
• Brain health programs
• Friendly visiting for clients living in the community
• First nations program

Do you have any age requirements?
No age requirement

Do you require language proficiency other than in English?
Not needed but always an asset

What time commitment(s) are you expecting from a volunteer?
Very flexible depending on how much time each volunteer can offer

Are there any other requirements for being a volunteer?
Must get a vulnerable sector police check (covered by us) and must take our in-office Alzheimer Information Series training (2 hours for most voluteers, 6 hours for those interested in Volunteer Companion Program).

Are there any specific skills and experience required?
None required but always a bonus.

What type of volunteer positions are typically available?

• Social recreation program volunteers
• Special events volunteers (and committee members for these events)
• Volunteer companions
• Administrative volunteers
• Public education volunteers

Do you provide training for volunteers?
Yes, Alzheimer Information Series (AIS) training. Mandatory for all volunteers. It's free and run at our office approximately once a month.

What are the typical volunteer activities occurring at your organization?
See 'type of volunteer positions'. Activities are fairly self-explanatory based on the positions.

How will a person benefit from volunteering with Alzheimer Society of London and Middlesex?

• Learning about Alzheimer disease and related dementias and receiving AIS certificate
• Opportunities to reach out and work directly with our clients at various programs and events
• Networking with other volunteers, our staff and other professionals in health care field at various events

Do you accept high school students?
Yes.