We are seeking representation from Guelph/Wellington, Cambridge and North Dumfries or Waterloo Region on our volunteer Board of Directors. Experience in not-for-profit health/community care management would be helpful but not required.

·       The Alzheimer Society is an equal opportunity governance Board committed to building a culture focused on health equity, inclusion, and diversity. We are seeking individuals who can offer direct or indirect diversity of lived experience (e.g., class, race, or gender inequality) and a passion for community support services working as a not-for-profit organization.

The Role of the Board

·       To ensure that the Alzheimer Society Waterloo Wellington (ASWW) fulfills its responsibilities, operates effectively and acts in accordance with the principles of being ethical, accountable, collaborative, open, relational, and proactive

·       To deliver on ASWW’s Mission: To alleviate the personal and social consequences of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias and to promote research

The Responsibility of Board Members

·       The Board is responsible for governing the affairs of ASWW, delegating the day-to-day operations to the Executive Director, and delegating certain duties to Board Committees

·       There are 10 Board meetings per year (monthly except for July and August). Currently meetings are held in person with the option of virtually on the third Wednesday of every month from 6:15 – 8:15 pm in ourKitchener office.

·       Board members serve a two-year term, renewable for two additional terms

·       All Board members must join at least one Committee