Opportunities From: Volunteer Arlington

Learn how small actions can make a big difference for people living with dementia. Join our free educational session and earn your Dementia Friends certificate today!

Become a Dementia Friend!

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community and learning how to better support people living with dementia? Join us for a FREE Dementia Friends Arlington information session — an engaging educational program designed to transform the way you understand, communicate with, and support those affected by dementia.

Through interactive videos, meaningful discussions, and practical examples, you will:
• Increase your awareness and understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia
• Learn helpful ways to support individuals living with dementia, their caregivers, and families
• Connect with people from diverse communities who share your commitment to compassionate care

Participants will receive a certificate of completion recognizing their role as a Dementia Friend.

Together, we can create dementia-friendly communities — one friend at a time.

AFAC Volunteers
NEEDED at TWO LOCATIONS:

Mondays 8:30 – 11:30

Arlington Mill Community Center

909 S. Dinwiddie Street, Arlington 22204

Fridays 10:30 – 1:00

Gates of Ballston Community Center

4108 4th Street N., Arlington 22204

To assist with checking-in AFAC participants, you will be trained through AFAC

Bi-Lingual Spanish Preferred

The Community Services Program (CSP) works with recent immigrants and other under-served populations throughout Arlington to help them acquire the tools needed to live and succeed in the United States.  

Responsibilities:

·       Welcome clients as they arrive and ask them to sign in.

·       Maintain the reception area so that it is organized and welcoming.

·       Update the resource bulletin board with current job openings, health, and event information.

·       Direct clients to other programs and services as appropriate, i.e. ESL classes, employment center, Project Family, etc.

·       Assist with administrative tasks such as photocopying and filing.

Dates, Times & Location:

·       Flexible Hours – choose from one or more shifts:

o   Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays

o   3-4 hour shifts between 9:00 – 4:00

·       Location: Arlington Mill Community Outreach Center, 5th Floor
 909 S. Dinwiddie St., Arlington, Virginia 22204

Qualifications:

·       Satisfactory completion of the County volunteer application, confidentiality form, and individual interview

·       Minimum 21 years of age

·       Excellent customer service skills and patience in interacting with people

·       Ability to read, understand and speak basic English

·       Comfortable using standard office equipment

·       Responsible, independent worker, organized, ability to use good judgment

·       Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of client information

Bi-lingual English/Spanish, Arabic, Amharic, Mongolian or other language preferred. Ability to use Language Line as needed, training provided.

Contact: Kim Durand 703-228-1317 | kdurand@arlingtonva.us

The Department of Human Services works with a number of advisory groups, boards, and commissions to ensure services meet community needs. Residents can apply for membership to these groups through the County website. 

Community Services Board -- provides guidance related to mental health, substance use, and disability services programs.

Commission on Aging -- aims to enhance the quality of life for older Arlingtonians by ensuring all planning and County activities address their specific needs.

Social Services Advisory Board -- provides input on policy issues related to public assistance and social services programs and serves as a resource for the County Board on behalf of residents of Arlington County in identifying and addressing social services needs throughout the community.

Food Security Coalition -- oversees the implementation of the Food Security Strategic Plan that was developed in 2022 and serves as a meeting point to coordinate, collaborate and share information about food security activities occurring in the county.

Homelessness Continuum of Care -- The CoC is governed by a number of boards and committee that guide and support implementation of local priorities, resource allocation, and the implementation of its strategic plan.