The Alzheimer's Association, Michigan Great Lakes Chapter needs you! Several activities and sponsored events are made possible by the assistance of volunteers. Volunteer opportunities are listed below.
Helpline - Call Specialist | Speaker's Bureau | Public Awareness and Promotion
Fund-Raising/Special Events | Community Advocate | Office Support
Helpline - Call Specialist
Provide callers with information on Alzheimer’s disease, caregiver concerns and referrals to chapter and community services. Offer one-on-one guidance and support. Assist with maintenance of Helpline files. Training, supervision, and ongoing in-services provided by the chapter.
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Speaker's Bureau
Represent the Alzheimer's Association to community, civic, and church groups. You will be contacted when a request is received in your area and encouraged to schedule some of your own speaking engagements. Training will be provided (materials will include sample outlines for presentation topics).
Public Awareness and Promotion
Distribute information on chapter services and upcoming education and support programs at special events.
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Fund-Raising/Special Events
Assist with pre-event plannng or activities for special events.
Community Advocate
Assist with public policy activities, including writing letters to representatives, testifying at hearings and before government officials about the effects of Alzheimer’s disease, or serve as a liaison between your local representative and the Alzheimer’s Association.
Office Support
Answering multi-line phones, typing, photocopying, faxing, assisting with mailings, organizing projects, and data entry. If you need a more flexible schedule, consider becoming a special project volunteer – to be on call for projects requiring additional assistance.
For more information on these opportunities, please call 1.800.272.3900 or fill out a form for the chapter office nearest you by clicking on the links below.
