Brain Wave Cafe Volunteer
(Alzheimer Society of Durham Region)
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Position ID: V-OSH0523
Last Modified: 20 Oct 2023
Last Full Update: 20 Oct 2023
Opportunity Details: Brain Wave Cafe Volunteer
| Contact | Angela Siriski, Volunteer Coordinator, Alzheimer Society of Durham; Phone: 905-576-2567 ext 5245 * 289-278-8869; Email: volunteer@alzheimerdurham.com |
| Duties | Brain Waves Cafe is a monthly social gathering for people living with dementia and their care partners * Volunteers welcome participants to the cafe provideing them with a safe and welcoming environment to stimulate socialization and participation * Volunteers present the program/agenda and facilitate converstaion and discussion * Promote a fun, safe and inclusive social environment conducive to group cohesion and relationship building |
| Benefits | Join a welcoming and dynamic Alzheimer Society of Durham volunteer community. Knowledge that you are playing an integral role in helping those who struggle to cope with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia's. Gain knowledge regarding Alzheimer's disease and other dementia's. Independence and autonomy to run a group. Sense of satisfaction and fulfillment. |
| Clients | Those living with dementia and their care partners |
| Ages | 21 year(s) - 96 year(s) |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
| Suitable For | Men ; Women ; Couples |
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Leadership ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor |
| Commitment Length | Long Term (Minimum of 6 months) |
| Interaction Level | Small Group |
| Minimum Hours | 2 |
| Dates and Times | Tuesday: Afternoon Wednesday: (1 - 230 In Ajax) Thursday: Afternoon (130 - 3 In Bowmanville) 2nd Tuesday of the month- Ajax location 1st Thursday of the month - Bowmanville location |
| Seasons | Spring ; Fall ; Winter |
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible ; Not Accessible ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance |
| Location | Bowmanville at Bowmanville Older Adults As - 26 Beech Ave and Ajax Public Library - 55 Harwood Av |
| Number of Positions | Ajax ; Bowmanville ; Durham Region 3 individual(s) needed in total. |
| Training | Orientation ; Training is provided ; Ongoing staff support and input available |
| Police Check | Required |
| Additional Requirements | Vulnerable Sector police check must be at least 3 mos old, proof of covid vaccinations |
| Start Date | On or after 01 Nov 2022 and on or before 02 Nov 2023 |
| End Date | 02 Nov 2023 |
Agency Details: Alzheimer Society of Durham Region
| Office Phone | 905-576-2567 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-888-301-1106 |
| Fax | 905-576-2033 |
| information@alzheimerdurham.com | |
| Website | www.alzheimer.ca/durham |
| Address & Map | 1600 Stellar Dr Ste 202 Whitby, ON Canada L1N 9B2 |
| Mailing Address | 1600 Stellar Dr Ste 202 Whitby, ON Canada L1N 9B2 |
