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Volunteer opportunities
Volunteering
To become a volunteer
If you would like to volunteer your time to the Alzheimer Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County (at Ottawa chapter or Renfrew County Satellite in Renfrew or Pembroke), please fill out the PDF form below and return to our chapter. If you have any questions, please contact Mary Smith, Director of Operations/Volunteer Resources, at 613-523-4004 or msmith@alzheimerott.org
Opportunities
Elected members set the direction, plans and goals for the Alzheimer Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County. They contribute and work to raise operating funds by utilizing personal expertise, skills, resources and time to promote the growth and strength of the Society.
Speakers Bureau volunteers participate in activities and events to educate and raise public awareness about Alzheimer's disease. (Training Required)
Support Group volunteers facilitate support groups that offer community resource information, education, emotional support and coping skills to caregivers. (Training Required)
Help raise awareness and needed financial support by participating in various fundraising events. Volunteers assist with all aspects of the event including planning, public relations, preparation work and day of the event assistance.
• Walk for Memories – January
• Hammond Golf Tournament – August
Assist the office manager with various functions including: memorial donations, newsletter mailouts, photocopying & assembling documents, and data entry.
Help alleviate caregivers’ stress of by talking to caregivers when they call. Answer questions, provide emotional support, help create effective caregiving techniques and refer individuals to community services. (Training Required)