Skills required
Dementia Group Facilitator
Alzheimer’s Society BHNHH 360 Guelph Street, Unit 33 Georgetown, Georgetown, ON, L7G 4B5
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4-4 hours
/ weekly
Minimum: 6 months
A Group Assistant is a volunteer position that plays a key role in supporting persons living with early-stage dementia and their care partners by assisting in welcoming, engaging, and facilitating inclusive group sessions. The Social Program will provide opportunities for social interaction, peer support, and meaningful conversation in a safe, stigma-free environment. Group Assistant will work collaboratively with Alzheimer Society staff to plan and deliver The Social Program, ensuring participants feel valued, supported, and connected. Objective: To assist in organizing and facilitating The Social sessions that provide persons living with early-stage dementia with opportunities for social connection, peer support, and meaningful engagement in a safe and welcoming environment. Group Assistant (volunteers) help foster inclusion, reduce stigma, and encourage positive interactions between participants.
Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?
• Learn about dementia. • Develop new skills. • Meet new people. • Give back to your community. • Create meaningful connections. • Gain knowledge about dementia. • Gain supports in achieving your goals.
Skills required