At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with communities to raise awareness about dementia and support those affected.
- Company: Join Alzheimer's Society, the UK's leading dementia charity.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, make a difference, and connect with your community.
- Other info: Flexible volunteering role with opportunities to learn and grow.
- Why this job: Be a vital part of reducing stigma and helping people find support.
- Qualifications: Confident communicator with a passion for inclusivity and community engagement.
Help us to extend our reach! We are here for anyone affected by dementia and are keen to reach people in all communities, including those who may be more at risk of isolation through language, accessibility needs, identity or background. This exciting role will support Alzheimer's Society's Forget Me Not Movement and our Making Waves event at The Deep, helping us start meaningful conversations, reduce stigma, and ensure people affected by dementia know where to turn for information, advice and support.
You’ll play a crucial role in building and strengthening community links and raising awareness of the services we have available. You’ll take part in events and talk to groups to raise awareness of dementia and to identify people affected by dementia who can share their dementia story with their wider community as well as with us. You’ll also signpost people to access our services.
What You'll Do
- Represent Alzheimer's Society at community events, awareness activities and campaigns.
- Support the delivery of the Forget Me Not Movement and Making Waves initiatives.
- Start friendly, supportive conversations with members of the public about dementia.
- Signpost people affected by dementia to appropriate local services and support.
- Help build relationships with community groups, organisations and local partners.
- Encourage communities to become more dementia-friendly and inclusive.
- Distribute information and promotional materials.
- Gather feedback and insights from local communities to help shape future activities.
- Work alongside staff, volunteers and community partners to maximise engagement and impact.
You’ll be great for the role if:
- You have a confident and friendly approach and are committed to including people from all backgrounds, treating them with dignity and as individuals.
- You have a good knowledge and understanding of your local community.
- You have excellent communication skills and are able to talk to a variety of audiences.
- The ability to communicate in languages other than English is not essential but may be helpful.
- You are over the age of 18.
If you find completing online applications difficult, please don't let this stop you from applying. Please call or email us and we can support you with the application process.
You can contact the Volunteering Recruitment Team by emailing [email protected] or call on 0300 222 5706.
About Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be. Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives.
Community Link Volunteer - Hull & East Riding in London employer: Alzheimers Society
Alzheimer's Society is an exceptional employer, offering a rewarding opportunity for individuals to make a meaningful impact in their community as Group Support Volunteers in Derbyshire. With a strong emphasis on empathy and teamwork, our inclusive work culture fosters personal growth and development while providing vital support to those affected by dementia. Join us in creating a supportive environment where you can connect with others and contribute to a cause that truly matters.
