Helpline Volunteer - 24 Hour Helpline
About this volunteer opportunity
Description
The Alzheimer’s Association’s 24-hour Helpline provides information, education and support to callers 24/7, 365 days a year. Trained volunteers answer calls and provide education, information and support through reflective listening and by making appropriate referrals to anyone in need of assistance around issues related to Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. Duties Include: Answer telephone, provide supportive listening, assist callers in identifying their needs, provide information via telephone and mail, refer callers to community resources and/or staff as appropriate.
Requirements
Intensive training provided to determine eligibility. Ongoing supervision and support provided to volunteers selected to participate. Ideal candidates may have personal experience with the disease, may have experience working or volunteering in a social service setting, preferably on a telephone helpline. However, no current or recent (within last two years) caregivers.
Sponsoring organization
Alzheimer's Association, New York City Chapter
Contact Persons:
Christina Keller
(646) 744-2928
ckeller@alznyc.org
(646) 744-2928
ckeller@alznyc.org
Website
www.alz.org/nyc
We need volunteers who are free at these times
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Volunteer opportunity location(s)
Please note that a volunteer opportunity can be located at a different place than the organization's office.
360 Lexington Ave, 4th Floor
New York, NY 10017
New York, NY 10017
