Volunteer
Volunteers are integral to the work we do. Learn more about current opportunities and how we support our volunteers.
Interested in becoming a Volunteer for the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan?
For more information or inquiries regarding volunteer opportunities, email [email protected] (please provide your name, location, and area of interest), or call 1-800-263-3367 (toll free.)
Current Volunteer Opportunities
Support Group Facilitators
Support Group Facilitators oversee and facilitate (or co-facilitate) a supportive and safe support group environment for People with Dementia or Caregivers (Care partners), where participants are able to develop meaningful connections, experience a sense of belonging, gain understanding and knowledge, and be empowered to live proactively throughout their journey with dementia.
Time Commitment:
Support Groups generally meet monthly on an ongoing basis for about 1.5-2 hours. Additional time will be needed for preparation, publicizing meetings and completing reporting. A yearly commitment to attend a facilitators’ training session and 4 hours of continuing education is expected.
Recruitment:
Ongoing; also targeted recruitment for volunteers as needed for in-person or virtual support groups.
To learn more about our Support Groups, visit the Support Groups page on our website.
Minds in Motion Volunteers
Minds in Motion® is a fitness and social program for those with early stage dementia and a friend, family member, or caregiver. Minds in Motion® volunteers greet participants, assist in set-up and clean-up, support participants in the Instructor-led physical activity portion of the program as needed, assist with refreshments, and interact and encourage participants in the social activity.
Time commitment:
1-2 hours planning with the volunteer group prior to first session, plus 3 hours per week for a 10-week period.
Sessions run:
April to June (spring)
October to December (fall)
January to March (winter)Session options:
Saskatoon
Regina
Virtual (via Zoom)Recruitment:
3 times per year
Expressions of interest (with name and session location) are due by:
- March 1st for the spring session
- September 1st for the fall session
- December 1st for the winter session
Organizing Committee - A Night to Remember Gala
The Night to Remember Gala is an annual fundraising event held by the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan in October.
This committee is responsible for providing input and assistance in organizing aspects of the Gala such as décor, food, and strategizing activities designed to meet our fundraising goals. The organizing committee also provides support by soliciting sponsorships, ticket sales, obtaining auction items etc.
Time Commitment:
Organizing committee meetings are typically an hour long and held every two weeks leading up to the Gala.
Day-Of Volunteers - A Night to Remember Gala
This year's Night to Remember Gala takes place Thursday, October 19th at the Casino Show Lounge in Regina.
Day-of volunteers are responsible for assisting with décor set up and take down of the event. There are also opportunities to volunteer during the Gala by assisting with registration, selling raffle tickets, or staffing a station like the silent auction.
Time Commitment
On the Day of the Gala volunteers must be available during the event as well as during set up and take down.
Organizing Committee - IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer's
The IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s is the largest annual fundraiser that the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan holds. This walk takes place in multiple locations in Saskatchewan every year in May.
Every in-person walk location in the province requires an organizing committee. We start to recruit these committee members in January in preparation for the Walk in May.
The duties of these committees’ members include every aspect of organizing and promoting these walks in their communities. As we work towards our fundraising goals, the committee will assist with developing communication strategies to increase participation, retain, and recruit sponsors as well as organize the day of experience for attendees.
Time Commitment
The Walk Organizing Committee typically meets for an hour once a month leading up to the walk. Committee members are expected to attend the Walk Orientation highlighting the key aspects and goals of the Walk for that year. The meetings frequency increases as the Walk gets closer.
Day-Of Volunteers for the IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer's
The IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s is the largest annual fundraiser that the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan holds. This walk takes place in multiple locations in Saskatchewan every year in May.
Volunteers are required on the day of the walk at every in-person walk location in the province. Some of the duties required are set up, take down, and staffing various stations such as Kid Zone, Refreshment Areas, Registration, Route Captains, and more!
Time Commitment
The Day of the Walk volunteers must be available during the event as well as during set up and take down.
To express your interest in volunteering for any of the above opportunities, please:
- Call 1-800-263-3367 (toll free)
- Email [email protected] (provide your name, location, and area of interest.)
Volunteer Awards
Whether acting as board members, helping out around the office, raising their voice by sharing their personal experience, lending a hand at fundraising events or facilitating a support group, our volunteers are vital to ensuring we can help those affected by dementia.
The individual eligible for this nomination must have demonstrated exceptional commitment to the Alzheimer Society in a volunteer capacity. The recipient should demonstrate leadership in helping the Alzheimer Society to achieve the mission through volunteer commitment in the areas of governance, support, education, awareness or fundraising projects.
Volunteerism Award Recipients
2023 - Irene Beck
2022 - Garth and Rhondda Halkyard
2021 - Jackie Stokvis-Flaherty
2020 - Gord and Claudia Grant
2019 - Leah Larson
2018 - Marcia Verbeke
2017 - Gordon and Lorraine Allchurch
2016 - Carol LaRocque
2015 - Ted Sayer
2014 - Sons of Scotland Benevolent Society, Regina - Camp Balmoral #177
2013 - Barb Stewart
2012 – Pat Bagwell
2011 – Jean Mahon
2010 – Trudy Retzleff
2009 – Therese Jelinski