Volunteers are the key to making a difference in the lives of people facing Alzheimer's and dementia in Illinois. When you volunteer with the Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter, you join a network of passionate people who are working to fight this devastating disease, honor loved ones, and bring care and support to those who need it.

There's a spot waiting for you on our volunteer team. Find the role that's right for you by viewing our volunteer opportunities below and filling out the Volunteer Interest Form. A member of our team will follow up with you to help you find the right opportunity.
 

Programs and Support

Become a program volunteer and help change lives close to home. We need passionate people to serve their communities as educators, outreach representatives and support group facilitators.

• Awareness Champions: are existing Alzheimer's Association volunteers (program delivery, Walk to End Alzheimer's, Do What You Love to End ALZ, Chapter Boards or advocates) or community partners who take an additional role to spread awareness.  
• Community Educator: Alzheimer’s Association Community Educators are volunteer public speakers who provide Alzheimer’s Association education programs to community audiences. We train you on all the material and you can volunteer locally in-person or via Zoom. We provide you with all the curriculums/scripts for each program you are trained on. Community Educators can present to organizations you know, or you can present to locations the local office has made connections with. Volunteer Requirements: Age 21 or older Time Commitment: Present at least 12 program a year
• Community Representative: Volunteers represent the Alzheimer’s Association by sharing information about Alzheimer’s disease, free resources offered through the Alzheimer’s Association, and the many ways to join our cause at local community and health fair events. Volunteer Requirements: Age 18 or older Time Commitment: Help at least 12 times a year
• Health Equity Champions : Health Equity Awareness Champions are local or national DEI partners committed to ensuring that all communities have a fair and just opportunity for early diagnosis and access to risk reduction and quality care. These special volunteers deliver occasional, brief Alzheimer's Association awareness presentations to spread awareness and help the Association reach more individuals. Volunteer Requirements: Age 21 or older Time Commitment: Present at least 12 program a year
• Support Group Facilitator: A support group is a regularly scheduled in-person or virtual gathering of people with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia, family, friends or caregivers who interact around issues relating to dementia. Groups can have social, educational and/or support components and are facilitated by individuals who have received training from the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter. Volunteer Requirements: Age 21 or older Time Commitment: Facilitate at least 12 support group sessions a year (once a month)
• Early Stage Social Engagement Leader: Early Stage Social Engagement Leaders plan, implement and assure positive experience during social engagement events/activities for people living with memory loss and their care partners. Volunteer Requirements: Age 18 or older Time Commitment: Facilitate at least 12 support sessions a year (once a month).

Walk to End Alzheimer's®

The Alzheimer's Association Walk is the nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. We need volunteers who can help plan, promote and work the day of the event at one of our Walks throughout the state. You can also form a walking team of family, friends or co-workers.

Do What You Love to End ALZ™

Join the Do What You Love to End ALZ Committee to help recruit participants, provide coaching on fundraising and event planning for a range events from parties and BBQ's to sporting events and crafting, and spread the word about this exciting initiative.

Alzheimer’s Advocate

Help advance policies at the federal or state level by sharing your story with legislators and educating them about Alzheimer’s related issues. Association advocates have successfully increased government funds for Alzheimer’s research and improved access to care and support services for people in their communities. Volunteer Requirements: Age 18 or older.

Junior Board

The Junior Board of the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter is a collective of passionate young professionals (ages 21-45) who share a personal connection to Alzheimer’s and/or a commitment to ending the disease. We engage in fundraising events, awareness campaigns, and volunteer efforts to support individuals and families facing dementia, ensuring they have the resources and support they need

Please visit our website for more information and to apply. Contact Ryan Jameson at rejameson@alz.org with any questions.

IWCA

Founded in 2017, Illinois Women Conquer ALZ seeks to engage and empower more women in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease by raising awareness and taking action through fundraising events, education and advocacy initiatives.

By joining, you’ll become part of a powerful community dedicated to making a lasting difference. There’s no cost to join - just bring your passion and commitment to the cause.

Please visit our website for more information and to apply. Contact Ryan Jameson at rejameson@alz.org with any questions.