Volunteer with the Alzheimer's Association (original) (raw)
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Volunteers are the key to making a difference in the lives of people facing Alzheimer's and dementia. When you volunteer with the Alzheimer's Association, you join a network of passionate people who are working to fight this devastating disease, honor loved ones, and bring care and support to those who need it.
You can make a difference
No matter your time or experience, you can make an impact in the lives of the nearly 7 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s and their over 11 million caregivers.
- Help your community.
- Honor the people you've lost to dementia or those you're caring for today.
- Fight for a future without Alzheimer's and dementia.
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Find the right volunteer opportunity for you
The Alzheimer's Association offers a variety of in-person and virtual volunteer opportunities, including training to help you grow your knowledge and skills. There's a spot waiting for you on our volunteer team. Find the role that's right for you.
- Cheer on participants at Walk to End Alzheimer's®.
- Educate people in your community about dementia.
- Advocate to make Alzheimer's a national priority.
- Volunteer with your local chapter.
- Participate in a clinical trial.
- And much more.
Volunteer stories
"When I realized I would be receiving education so that I could meet people and help them to learn more about the disease, I knew I had found my niche. I thought: ‘This is a GIFT.’ I can do this for people I love, and for others who most need the information."
— Yolonda Simon, volunteer community educator and TrialMatch® participant
"The Alzheimer’s [volunteer] community is its own bright light, bringing the best out of people. It allows families to connect and honor those they love, support one another, and show future generations that making a difference can be done just by taking the first step forward in the right direction."
— Carlos Olivas III, caregiver, advocate and Walk to End Alzheimer's volunteer
"As I work to help families facing Alzheimer’s, I am in the business of hope. There are no guarantees in this life, but we continue to work, and we continue to hope. I take that responsibility to heart, for my family and for yours."
— Ellen Frinks, clinical research nurse, Alzheimer’s Association program delivery volunteer and event participant
Contact us
Want more information about a specific volunteering opportunity? Need help determining which role might be your best fit? Email us at volunteer@alz.org and let's figure out what works for you!
Not ready to volunteer?
No problem. Learn about participating in a fundraising event to get experience and to raise funds and awareness in the fight against Alzheimer's.
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