Why do I volunteer? My mother had Alzheimer’s. The Alzheimer Society of Sault Ste. Marie services such as support groups, caregiver meetings and educational tools were a godsend. I wanted to give back to the Society after all it gave to me. What is my background? I worked at a newspaper for many years in their advertising department. After retirement, I wanted to find a way to stay active in the community. What is my impact? I help the Society…
Why do I volunteer? I took on this volunteer position to learn and expand my skills. This position allows me to do that and make a difference in the lives of people with dementia and their caregivers. It’s great to know my work has a purpose. What is my background? I am employed with an adult day program for people with dementia. I have also volunteered with the Alzheimer Society in other cities, such as with their Volunteer Companion Program…
Why do I volunteer? I volunteer with the Alzheimer Society of Ontario because I want to contribute to the strength of the education and services that the Society provides for Ontarians with dementia and their caregivers. The rise of dementia in our community, its economic impact and its impact on quality of life is a major health care issue. Like many Ontarians, the impact of dementia has affected my family. What is my background? As a clinical researcher of cognitive…