613-969-8862 | 1-866-340-089 traceyld@viq.ca
| About the Position | |
| Position # | 836 |
| Organization | Alzheimer Society of Hastings- Prince Edward |
| Position | Minds in Motion Program Assistant - BELLEVILLE - Minds in Motion (social recreation program) |
| Location | 433 Victoria Avenue, Belleville, ON, Canada |
| Impact Statement |
Do you want to make a difference in your community? Volunteers will feel that they've made a difference in their local community by supporting the Alzheimer Society of Hastings-Prince Edward. All funds raised stay local in support of programs, supports, services and advocacy for those living in our community with dementia and their care partners. |
| Description |
A Minds in Motion Program Assistant provides support in a variety of ways during Minds In Motion sessions. Minds in Motion sessions are for people living with dementia and their care partners. Tasks/Responsibilities: Volunteers have the responsibility to assist the Minds In Motion Coordinator in a variety of different ways. Tasks can include: • Help with the set up and clean up of refreshments, games, and activities for the program • Assist with Minds in Motion® Coordinator to ensure activity participation and socialization. This may include spending one-on-one time with participants who need extra support • Under the direction of the Certified Exercise Facilitator provide one-on-one support to participants during the physical activity component of the program. • Assist with any other required tasks |
| Training Details |
The Alzheimer Society orientation process requires volunteers to read through and sign the Volunteer Handbook, Volunteer Service Agreement, Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Declaration of Conflicts of Interest. A Volunteer Application must be completed. Mandatory training includes Health & Safety, Accessibility training and Dementia 101, 102, 103 training. Participation in the training provided by the local Alzheimer Society, specific to Minds in Motion®, including: • Dementia Inclusive Choices for Exercise - DICE • Minds in Motion program and evaluation overview Specific training to the physical activity program curriculum • Volunteers who are demonstrating the seated exercise will have specific training from the Certified Exercise Facilitator for modifications to complex moves |
| Duration | 3 months or less |
| Timing | Weekday - Daytime |
| Time Detail |
Prior to beginning a volunteer position at the Alzheimer Society, applicants must undergo the orientation process to enable them to volunteer (5 hours). In-Person Minds in Motion Three hours/week for eight weeks: • 30-minute set up, 2-hour program, 30-minute take down, clean up and debrief UPCOMING SESSION IN BELLEVILLE Belleville on October 2nd from 10:30 - 12:30 at the YMCA (433 Victoria Ave) and The Wellness Centre (265 Cannifton) from 1:30-3:30pm and will continue for the following 10 weeks. |
| Special Event End Date | 2026-01-01 |
| Age | 16+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | On a bus route |
| Area(s) of Interest | Caring Support, Recreation/Sports, Senior Services |
| Skill(s) | Coaching, Verbal Communication, Motivate Others, Accountability, Adaptability |
| How to Apply | |
| Application File: | |
| Website | http://www.alzheimer.ca/hpe |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Alex Fobert |
| Phone | 613-962-0892 |
| Address | 470 Dundas St E Belleville, K8N 1G1 |
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