Community Education in Grand Rapids

Community Educators are volunteer public speakers who help the Alzheimer's Association provide consumer education. These volunteers deliver prepared presentations on topics related to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

Community Educators :

Deliver approximately 6-12 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.

The Association is seeking volunteer candidates with :

Demonstrated success with health education using excellent communication, presentation and adult education skills.

Comfort with computers and familiarity with email and PPT presentations.

Ability to network, and collaborate with staff, volunteers, and community partners.

Passionate about the Alzheimer’s Association mission with personal or professional experience with dementia preferred.

Must be age 21 to apply. Background checks are required.