If you enjoy chatting on the phone and love listening to others, then we’d love to hear from you.

We are looking for people who:

• Are motivated to reduce the social isolation of people living with dementia
• Are confident in using the telephone and happy to use your own cell phone
• Have good verbal communication skills, are good listeners and enjoy talking to people
• Are patient, flexible and able to commit to a regular calling schedule

A companion call is a regular (usually weekly) telephone call made by a volunteer to someone affected by dementia to check in and have a friendly chat about anything the person they’re calling would like to chat about. It could be their favorite TV show, the weather, sport, or hobbies.

Why become a companion volunteer?

• Many people with dementia and their carers experience social isolation and loneliness
• The time you give as a volunteer can make a direct and meaningful difference for people affected by dementia
• You’ll meet like-minded people, passionate about creating a world without dementia.

The Alzheimers Society Eastern Bay of Plenty is looking for both men and women based in the Eastern Bay of Plenty who are able to commit long-term (at least 6 months), as continuity and relationship building is a valuable aspect of the role.