Nonprofit
Published 11/24/25 12:51PM

Alzheimer Respite Volunteer

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Cohoes, NY
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    Flexible schedule
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    50
    Cause Areas:
    Health & Medicine
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    2 Personal references required after training is completed.

    Description

    Become an Alzheimer’s Respite Volunteer *

    Give the Gift of Compassion, Connection, and Care *

    Are you looking for a meaningful way to make a difference in your community? Become a respite volunteer and provide short-term companionship for individuals living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia—giving caregivers a much-needed break.

    Why Volunteer?

      • Offer comfort and companionship to someone who truly benefits from your presence.
      • Support families caring for loved ones at home.
      • Build meaningful relationships.
      • Make a real impact—just a few hours a month can change lives.

    What Volunteers Do

      • Engage in simple, enjoyable activities (music, conversation, games, gentle walks).
      • Provide a safe, caring presence.
      • Offer short periods of supervision while caregivers rest or run errands.

    No medical tasks required.

    Who Can Volunteer?

      • Kind, patient individuals age 18+
      • People who enjoy connecting with older adults
      • Those willing to complete brief training

    Training & Support Provided

      • Dementia awareness and communication strategies
      • Activity ideas and safety guidance
      • Ongoing check-ins and support from our team

    Volunteer a Little, Help a Lot

    Most visits are 1-2 hours, scheduled at your convenience.

    Location

    On-site

    Primarily in Albany, Rensselaer, Saratoga and Schenectady Counties

    421 Columbia Street, Building 300, Cohoes, New York, US

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