Memory Café Committee Member Description
What is a Memory Café?
A Memory Café is a safe, inclusive and welcoming space. People living with any stage of Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, their care partners and their community come together in a stigma-free environment to socialize, learn and have fun.
A Memory Café is typically a two-hour program that offers opportunities for learning, connections and joy. A Memory Café often includes guest speakers or performers, fun activities and snacks.
The Alzheimer Society of New Brunswick is working to offer Memory Cafés throughout New Brunswick.
What does a Memory Café volunteer do?
· Work with a team to plan, prepare for and deliver a monthly Memory Café.
· Receive training and support from the Alzheimer Society of New Brunswick.
· Provide a valuable program to people living with dementia and care partners, and contribute to their community.
· May take on a variety of roles, such as inviting guest speakers or performers, planning fun activities, serving snacks and engaging with participants.
What qualities do I need to be a Memory Café Committee member?
· Friendly and welcoming attitude
· Experience or interest in event planning
· Creativity, organization and communication skills
· General understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and Dementia
· Familiarity with the community
· Enjoy working as part of a team
Time Required:
Memory Café Committee Members commit 4-5 hours per month to prepare for, deliver and follow up on their program. Memory Café’s are held from September to June. Volunteers should commit to facilitating a minimum of three consecutive programs.
We would love to hear from you! For more information, please contact:
Marcel Martin
Volunteer Coordinator, Alzheimer Society of New Brunswick
Phone: (506) 719-5184 or 1-800-664-8411
Email: volunteer@alzheimernb.ca
