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Publicado 24/11/25 12:51

Alzheimer Respite Volunteer

Presencial, La persona voluntaria debe estar en o cerca de Cohoes, NY
Quiero ayudar


  • Descripción

    Horarios Disponibles:
    Días laborables (durante el día, tardes), Fines de semana (durante el día, tardes)
    Flexibilidad:
    Varias horas al mes
    Detalles del Compromiso:
    Flexible schedule
    Frecuencia:
    Recurrente
    Buscando personas voluntarias:
    50
    Área de Impacto:
    Salud & Medicina
    Compensación:
    Formación incluida
    Edad requerida:
    18+
    Otros requisitos:
    2 Personal references required after training is completed.

    Descripción

    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.

    Ubicación

    Presencial

    Primarily in Albany, Rensselaer, Saratoga and Schenectady Counties

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

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