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 We treasure our volunteers...


Without their support we could not possibly accomplish our goal to provide needed programs and services to Maine people across the state.  There are a variety of volunteer opportunities with the Maine Alzheimer's Association.

Volunteer Opportunities

Helpline 
Assist callers by providing information, referral to community services and agencies, reassurance and emotional support, and when appropriate, mailing of materials.  On-the-job training and support provided by staff.  Desired commitment is 3 hours per week.

Front Desk/Reception 
Answer phones and route calls, greet guests and help with simple office tasks such as stuffing envelopes and some data entry.

Office Assistant
Assist the office manager and chapter staff by performing a variety of basic office support activities.  This position does not require computer experience.  Training and instructions are provided by the office manager, staff and other experienced volunteers.  Desired commitment is 3 hours per week.

Support Group Leader
Lead a suport group for local community members needing the support of a group setting.  Commitment is once per month after initial training. 

Speaker's Bureau
Become trained as a public speaker and go out into the community conducting talks on Alzheimer's disease.  Commitment is once per month after initial training.

Memory Walk Volunteer
A variety of different opportunities are available working with Memory Walk, which is our biggest fundraiser held in October at 14 sites across the state.  You can work on a committee, form a team of walkers.  Commitment is once monthly throughout the year, may be greater as event gets closer.

Golf Tournament and Auction Committee
Recruit sponsors, players or teams; silent auction items, golf prizes, in-kind donations, help in event logistics before and the day of.  Commitment is seasonal - tournament is held in July.

Public Relations Committee
Determine strategies for communicating with the public about our programs, services or opportunities.  Commitment is quarterly.

Public Policy Committee
Determine strategies and plan best approaches for advocacy.  Commitment is monthly when legislature is in session.

Advocacy
Contact legislators or present testimony in Augusa on issues that affect Alzheimer's patients and families.  Commitment is on an as needed basis.

Program Committee
Provide input into planning and delivery of programs and services.  Commitment is quarterly.

Development Assistant
General office work focused on fundraising, creating special events, and fundraising mailings.

Training and supervision are provided for all positions.  Time commitments are listed as suggestions only - volunteers can give more or less time depending on availability.
For more information, contact Katharyn LeDoux, Helpline Supervisor at katharyn.ledoux@alz.org or 1-800-272-3900.  To print out a volunteer application, click here.