Spanish Speaking Community Educator Volunteers Needed!

(HABLAMOS ESPAÑOL)
Alzheimer's Association Community Educators are volunteer public speakers who provide Alzheimer's Association education programs to community audiences.

Key Activities:

• Deliver approximately 12 presentations (in person or virtually) annually using prepared Alzheimer’s Association consumer education programs on a variety of care and support topics.
• Collaborate with local Association staff to expand programs by securing community partners, scheduling presentations, delivering the programs, and managing needed materials.
• Serve as presenter for chapter-scheduled education programs and conferences.
• Connect people with additional Association services and volunteer opportunities by proactively making referrals to Alzheimer's Association programs & free 24/7 Helpline.

Benefits to Volunteer:

• Increase your knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias while serving your local community.
• Be recognized as a leader and resource for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
• Join a network of other volunteers, staff and community leaders to help create a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia.
• Quarterly volunteer roundtable events!

Qualifications:

• Self-motivated individual that is comfortable speaking to individuals, organizations and families in need and connecting them to the Alzheimer's Association.
• Must be 21 to apply. Background checks are required.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) individuals are highly encouraged to apply!

Commitment Expected:

• Community Educators commit to communicating with staff partner monthly to discuss events and availability.
• All program volunteers participate in initial training and ongoing education and must comply with Alzheimer’s Association volunteer policies and procedures.
• Terms are renewable upon successful completion of annual goal-setting conversation with your staff partner.
• In-person (North Bay area) or virtual opportunities available.

The Alzheimer's Association will provide training, information and electronic or printed materials to assist in your efforts. Orientation includes several hours of online learning, self-study and shadowing or mentoring by local Alzheimer's Association staff and volunteers. Some materials are available in multiple languages. Accommodations may be possible. Reach out to get more information!  To apply, go to:  volunteer.alz.org