Alzheimers Otago provide support, education, information and related services directly to members of their communities (family, friends and whanāu) who are affected by dementia with volunteers supporting the various programmes they run.
Alzheimers Otago facilitates the Aspiring Wanderers Club once a week, and a Coffee Club once a month for people with mild to moderate dementia. These gatherings allow members to:
They also allows for some respite for their care partners.
Your role may involve:
The ways in which you might be able to support are limited only to our imagination. You will be provided with a Volunteer Pack and have the option of learning about dementia and interventions, and receiving falls prevention training.
All volunteers:
A Police background check is required for this role.
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.
Ref: 1873
Social Support
Volunteer South's office is closed from Friday 20th December until Monday January 6th. Many organisations listing roles online will also be taking a break. During this time your requests to connect will go through, however there may be some delay in you hearing from the organisations you select. Please be patient and if you have not heard back from them by mid January email them directly and give them a nudge. Thank you and have a wonderful holiday season and summer.
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