Fun!-Damentals of Table Tennis Program Volunteer

Organization Details
Organization Name: Alzheimer Society of Manitoba
Address: 10-120 Donald St
Winnipeg MB  R3C 4G2
Website: http://alzheimer.mb.ca
Organizational Description: Alzheimer Society of Manitoba helps all Manitobans affected by dementia. What started as a grassroots movement over 35 years ago is now an organization that has developed into the leading resource for families living with the disease.

The Society provides programs and services to enhance the quality of life for those affected. The aim is to bring dignity, inclusion, respect and acceptance into the lives of people with dementia and their care partners.

Currently, there are over 18,400 Manitobans living with dementia. The Society offers: supportive counselling, caregiver and professional education, support groups for people living with dementia and for their care partners, public awareness, the First Link program, Minds in Motion program, research funding and more. The Society is a prominent voice in advocating for change within all levels of government.
Volunteer Opportunity Details
Volunteer Opportunity ID: 6171
   
Description of Duties:

  • Support people living with dementia and their care partners to enjoy the Fun!-Damentals of Table Tennis Community Partner Program which is offered, in partnership with the Manitoba Table Tennis Association and the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba

  • Serve refreshments to and socialize with participants

  • Support people living with dementia and their care partners with table tennis activities and games (no prior table tennis experience required, but it may be more enjoyable if you like the sport :)

   
Skills Required:

-Patience


-Kindness


-Ability to socialize


-Prior dementia knowledge is considered an asset

   
Skills Gained/Related Careers:
   
Age: 18-30, 31-54, 55+
Time Commitment:
Evening
Location of volunteer opportunity: Winnipeg
- St. Boniface
Does opportunity require a criminal record check? Yes
Will cost be reimbursed? Yes
Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? No
Opportunity is available to candidates that: General Populace
Organization will provide: Certificate of recognition
Evaluation
Supervision
Training/Orientation
How to Apply:
Closing Date: Feb 28, 2026

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