Be a Brain Buddy for Older Adults with Memory Loss

• Beach Cities Health District is a public agency formed in 1955 by the voters of Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, and Redondo Beach to provide health care services in the community.
• Brain Buddy volunteers will engage older and/ or disabled adults with memory loss in structured activities to provide socialization and engagement. Volunteers are recruited, trained, and then matched with appropriate participants on the basis of need and compatibility.

Duties:

• Will be matched with a client and conduct weekly one-hour visits in the client’s home to assist in structured activities, such as art, music, or games.
• Create an individualized activity plan based on the client’s abilities and interests.
• Attend quarterly volunteer support meetings to share any issues, concerns, etc. the client is facing.

Qualifications Needed:

• Must be 18 or older.
• Empathetic and understanding of the needs of older adults and adults with disabilities experiencing memory loss or dementia.
• Complete the training program.
• Ability to attend quarterly volunteer support meetings.
• Communicate any information regarding the client with their Care Manager.
• Maintain client confidentiality.
• 1-year commitment with the option to continue.

Application Process:

All potential candidates are asked to complete the following application process to see if this position is an appropriate fit:

• Fill out the application online at www.bchd.org/volunteer
• Participate in a simple intake process conducted by Volunteer Services
• Interview with supervisor
• Training and support will be provided
• Screening is needed