We need volunteers for WALK
Walk to End Alzheimer’s would not be possible without the support of our fantastic volunteers. We count on the invaluable contribution of time and energy of our dedicated volunteers to make the event a success. Sign up today and let us know how you’d like to help!
In fiscal year 2015, 17,632 hours of service were contributed by almost 1,800volunteers, all who regularly shared their time and talents serving in a variety of roles. The estimated dollar value for this volunteer time according to the Independent Sector is $406,770.24.
The Chapter provides opportunities for individuals, groups and businesses. We match volunteers’ interests and skills with available roles at each of our six offices. In some cases, volunteers are able to assist from the comfort of their home. Greater Illinois Chapter volunteers assist with the Alzheimer’s Association Community Representative program (AACR), Advocacy, ALZ Stars, Bankers Life Forget Me Not Days, General Office, Helpline, Illinois Action Summit, Special Event/Day of Event, Special Events Committee, Support Group Facilitator, Veterans Advisory Committee, and our signature events Walk To End Alzheimer’s and The Longest Day.
SPECIAL Events
INTERNSHIPS
The Chapter provides internship opportunities to students during the fall, winter, spring and summer semesters. All internships are unpaid temporary positions with an emphasis on on-the-job training and pre-determined set goals. Students must be enrolled in an accredited College/University that requires an internship as part of their academic requirements or provides coursework credit for related field work.
To learn more about Alzheimer’s Association Internship opportunities please contact Director, Volunteers, Louie Iovane at liovane@alz.org.
BECOME a Volunteer
In order to become a volunteer at the Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Illinois Chapter, we request that volunteers create a profile. This will help to inform us of your volunteer interests and availability. At the Chapter, we strive to make your volunteer experience the most rewarding. If you have a specific skill or if you are bilingual, we will work with you to determine the best volunteer position within our organization. Please click the button below to complete your volunteer profile and learn more about each of our volunteer opportunities. We look forward to speaking with you in the near future.