Volunteer
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Alzheimer’s Orange County! Our dedicated volunteers are at the heart of our mission, helping us provide vital programs, services, and community outreach. Whether you’re supporting events, assisting with programs, or serving as an ambassador in the community, your time and talents make a meaningful difference.
Explore the volunteer opportunities below and find a role that fits your skills and availability. When you’re ready, complete our the form and select the volunteer opportunity you’re interested in.
Have questions? Contact us at volunteer@alzoc.org to learn more!
Alzheimer’s Orange County
Volunteer Opportunities
Are you passionate about supporting individuals and families impacted by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias? Our Memory Support Services team is seeking dedicated volunteers to assist families and individuals through our Helpline. Our team provides invaluable information, emotional support, education, care consultations, resources, referrals, and more.
Responsibilities:
- Provide support to individuals and families by phone, email, Zoom, and in-person
- Offer emotional support and guidance
- Assist with providing resources and referrals
Training:
- Comprehensive training will be provided to ensure you feel confident in your role
Locations:
- We are recruiting facilitators throughout Orange County
Schedule:
- Four hours per week, in-person at the Irvine office
- Commitment of six months or longer
- Flexible hours between 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday
Requirements:
- Must be 18 years or older
- A desire to work with older adults and families affected by dementia
- Compassionate and empathetic nature
Why Volunteer With Us?
Make a meaningful impact in the lives of those affected by dementia while gaining valuable experience and training. Join us in providing essential support to those in need!
Become a crucial part of our support network and help families navigate their caregiving journeys with confidence and support.
To Apply:
Please complete and submit an online volunteer application below.
We look forward to having you on our team!
Are you dedicated and compassionate? Do you want to make a meaningful impact in the lives of families experiencing a personal caregiving journey? Join our Family Caregiver Support Group Program as a community volunteer support group facilitator. No professional background is required—just a willingness to give your time and support.
Responsibilities:
- Facilitate support group meetings for family caregivers
- Provide a safe, welcoming environment for sharing and support
- Assist in guiding discussions and providing resources
Training:
- Comprehensive training will be provided to ensure you feel confident in your role
Locations:
- We are recruiting facilitators throughout Orange County
Schedule:
- Flexible days and times to meet your schedule
- Two hours per month commitment
- A minimum of 1 year commitment
Requirements:
- Must be 18 years or older
- Completion of online HIPAA training
- Dementia education
- Background check
- Attendance at Volunteer Orientation
Why Volunteer With Us?
- Make a significant difference in the lives of caregivers
- Flexible schedule to fit your availability
- Gain valuable experience and training
Become a crucial part of our support network and help families navigate their caregiving journeys with
confidence and support.
To Apply: Please complete and submit an online volunteer application below. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
Do you want to make a positive difference in the lives of people living with dementia? Become a Dementia Friends Champion! As a volunteer, you’ll educate others about dementia, how it affects day-to-day lives, and how they can support those living with dementia in their community. It’s easy to get involved and truly rewarding.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct Dementia Friends Sessions to inform and educate the community
- Share information about dementia and ways to support individuals living with it
- Engage with groups virtually through Zoom
Requirements:
- Have the genuine time to run Dementia Friends Sessions
- Be over 18 years old
- Be a good communicator and able to speak objectively about dementia
- Have access to the internet and be comfortable talking to groups virtually through Zoom
Why Volunteer With Us?
- Make a significant impact in raising awareness and understanding of dementia
- Gain valuable experience in public speaking and community engagement
- Flexible involvement that fits your schedule
Join us in creating a more dementia-friendly community!
To Apply: Please complete and submit an online volunteer application below. We look forward to having you as a Dementia Friends Champion!
Volunteer Opportunity: Connect 2 Culture program
Are you a friendly, outgoing individual who loves engaging with others and making a difference in your community? Join our Connect 2 Culture program! This specialized social engagement initiative offers a fun and comfortable way for people in all stages of the disease and their care partners to get out, get active, and connect with like-minded individuals through meaningful social activities.
Activities Include:
- Museum visits
- Monthly picnics
- Music therapy classes
- Dances with live entertainment at area senior centers
- Music socials on The Plaza at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
Locations:
- Events are hosted throughout Orange County
Responsibilities:
- Accompany the Programs and Education Specialist to various events
- Assist with making participants feel welcome
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants during events
- May need to provide own transportation to and from events
Schedule:
- Most Thursday afternoons, with occasional Wednesdays and Fridays
- 1-2 days per week
- 2-4 hours per day
Requirements:
- Must be 18 years or older (Background check required)
- Friendly, outgoing personality
- Reliable and punctual
Why Volunteer With Us?
Make a positive impact in the lives of others by engaging in fun and meaningful activities and you’ll build connections within your community along the way!
To Apply: Please complete and submit an online volunteer application.
We look forward to having you on our team!
Multicultural Programs Volunteer-Spanish
Are you looking for a meaningful way to support your community while using your bilingual skills? If so, we have a great opportunity for you!
Alzheimer’s Orange County is seeking reliable, culturally responsive volunteers who are fluent in Spanish to support our Multicultural Programs. Volunteers play a vital role in helping us expand care, education, and resources to diverse communities throughout Orange County.
Responsibilities:
- Translating short written materials from English to Spanish in a warm, colloquial style that’s easy to understand
- Assisting with the creation and organization of outreach and memory screening packets
- Assist support-group facilitation (set-up, sign-in, participant materials, refreshments, room organization)
- Helping at outreach events (Information tables, community fairs, resource distribution, event set up and tear down)
- Entering and updating participant data accurately in our database
- Demonstrating critical thinking, flexibility, and the ability to multitask in a dynamic environment
- Approaching community engagement with multigenerational and trauma-informed awareness
Training:
- Comprehensive training will be provided to ensure that you feel confident in your role
Locations:
- Locations could include venues throughout Orange County, our main office in Irvine and in situations where material translations are needed, there could also be opportunities to do volunteer work from home.
Schedule:
- Available 2–3 weekdays per week, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
- Minimum commitment: 2 hours per day
- Some weekends, no nights
- A minimum of 1 year commitment
Requirements:
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Organized, dependable, and comfortable interacting with older adults and diverse populations
- Sensitive to cultural and emotional needs of families affected by memory loss
- Passionate about serving the community and supporting inclusive health education
- Must be 18 years or older
- Completion of online HIPAA training
- Dementia education (provided)
- Background check
Why Volunteer With Us?
- Make a difference in the lives of those affected by memory loss by using your organizational skills and bilingual speaking and writing skills.
- Experience the satisfaction of being part of a team who cares
To Apply
- Please complete and submit an online volunteer application below.
We look forward to having you on our team!
Memories in the Making® Volunteer Art Facilitator
Are you looking for a hands-on, creative volunteer opportunity? Do you want a role that allows you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people in your community who are suffering with memory loss? Become a Memories in the Making® Art Facilitator, and no, you don’t have to be an artist.
Memories in the Making® is Alzheimer’s Orange County’s signature art program, empowering individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias to express memories and emotions through painting. This program provides participants with a meaningful, engaging activity focused on creativity, connection, and self-expression.
Responsibilities:
- Lead art sessions with four to six artists for approximately one hour, as needed.
- Set up and clean up the art room, welcome the artists, encourage the artists in their creative process, record details on each painting, and ensure safe storage of completed or in-progress artwork.
- Note: An art background is not required!
Training:
- Attend a two-hour training session for art facilitators
Locations:
- Program art classes are presented throughout Orange County
Schedule:
- The program schedule varies in time and day of the week. Volunteer facilitators are notified well in advance
- Program classes are typically scheduled between 8:30am – 5:00pm
- No weekend programs
Requirements:
- A desire to connect with artists who are experiencing memory loss and support their creative process
- Complete HIPPA training for volunteers
- Submit a “LiveScan” background check application
- One year commitment
Why Volunteer With Us:
- Be an important part of a team making a difference in the lives of people in our community.
Internships Offered
At Alzheimer’s Orange County, we are committed to providing interns with a meaningful and hands-on learning experience. As part of our team, you’ll gain real-world skills, connect with professionals in the nonprofit sector, and make a difference in the lives of those affected by dementia.
Whether you’re looking to develop your professional skills, fulfill academic requirements, or explore a career in the nonprofit sector, we have a place for you.
Explore our current internship opportunities below and take the first step toward a rewarding experience.
