Volunteering | Alzheimer's Society

Becoming a Companion Call volunteer

Many people have felt isolated during the pandemic. Alzheimer’s Society’s new initiative ‘Companion Calls’ aims to keep people connected. Peter Riley, Research Network volunteer and area coordinator for the East Midlands, shares his experience of becoming a Companion Call volunteer.

Like a daughter: ‘I know if anything came up, I can ring her’

Lily Harris, who is 76 and lives in Wales, speaks about her special relationship with Lucy Davies, one of our dementia support workers.

A friendly voice: Helping us stay in touch with people affected by dementia

After lockdown started, Tania Barella was one of many Santander UK staff to volunteer to help stay in touch with people.

'Feel the difference' – I've had platinum discs, but Singing for the Brain means more to me

After a successful career in the music industry, working with acts like Queen and the Rolling Stones, Martyn Barter wanted to give something back. His dad, Alan, had vascular dementia and Martyn’s search for a link between music and dementia led him to Alzheimer’s Society’s Singing for the Brain groups.

Companion Calls

Companion Calls can help people with dementia and their carers feel more connected and less lonely during the coronavirus crisis.

Understanding the role of volunteering in the future of dementia care

Research project: Understanding the role of volunteering in the future of dementia care

More than ready: Inspired by experience

A Dementia Friends Champion in Cambridgeshire volunteers for the cause in memory of her mum.

28 November 2019

Not rocket science: Making a big difference

A Side by Side volunteer in Warwickshire says there’s ‘nothing clever’ about the role – just bring yourself to it.

28 November 2019

Glowsticks at the ready: Join us in March

Katharine Evans, Fundraising Business Manager, is looking forward to our GLOW walks in 2020.

28 November 2019

Transforming lives: Alzheimer’s Society turns 40

Our 40th anniversary is a turning point as we roll out Dementia Connect. We meet volunteers transforming the lives of people affected by dementia through our new service.

30 September 2019

Volunteer at the BMW PGA Golf Championship

Why not support Alzheimer's Society as the official charity of the PGA Golf Championship.

Delight and a side of chips: The joy of volunteering

Side by Side has brought joy to a volunteer in County Armagh, as well as to the person – now friend – who she supports.

Making history for 20 years

Barbara Woodward-Carlton, a founding member of the Research Network, shares some history and her experiences as a volunteer through the years.