Job Description
Supporting a family member or friend diagnosed with dementia can be a new experience. A Peer Support Group Facilitator helps with this journey. These groups are for care partners of persons living with dementia in early, middle and late stages, regardless of their living arrangements.Confidential peer support groups connect people who are supporting persons living with dementia. In this safe environment, you can pose questions, share your insights and lessons learned. You are not alone.Joining a support group can help you:Talk to others who are going through similar experiencesIncrease your understanding of dementiaDevelop and broaden your set of coping strategiesOur Care Partner Support Groups operate on a regular basis and are facilitated by a Family Support Coordinator and a trained volunteer.
- Location's Accessibility Unknown for those with mobility impairments
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Opportunity End Date:
Ongoing
Typical Session Frequency
This Opportunity typically takes place Monthly.
Typical Session Duration
Each session typically takes 2-4 hours.
Total Opportunity Duration
The expected total duration is Ongoing / Indefinite.
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Application Process
Point of Contact
Volunteer Engagement Coordinator & Intake Coordinator
Creates a safe space for people to talk openly
Willing to lead a healthy discussion
Supporting a family member or friend diagnosed with dementia can be a new experience. A Peer Support Group Facilitator helps with this journey. These groups are for care partners of persons living with dementia in early, middle and late stages, regardless of their living arrangements.
Confidential peer support groups connect people who are supporting persons living with dementia. In this safe environment, you can pose questions, share your insights and lessons learned. You are not alone.
Our Care Partner Support Groups operate on a regular basis and are facilitated by a Family Support Coordinator and a trained volunteer.
Community Impact
Joining a support group can help caregivers:
Talk to others who are going through similar experiences
Increase your understanding of dementia
Develop and broaden your set of coping strategies