by Frodizo

Organization Description:
Frodizo is a non-governmental organization based in Patras, Greece, dedicated to supporting elderly people and those with dementia. Established in 2009, Frodizo provides a range of services including a day care center, home intervention programs, and training for caregivers. They focus on cognitive and physical support for dementia patients, and offer educational and awareness-raising activities for caregivers and the community. Through their initiatives, Frodizo aims to enhance the quality of life for elderly individuals and their caregivers while fostering greater public understanding of dementia and elderly care.

Field of work:
Social welfare, Third Age

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Activity details

Volunteering Activity Description:

Volunteers will support Frodizo’s mission by engaging in administrative tasks including creating promotional graphics for community events and social media campaigns. They will assist with AI-related projects, such as applying charting tools and training staff. Additionally, volunteers will help with fundraising efforts to secure external support for field activities. The role involves a combination of graphic design, technical support, and administrative functions, contributing to Frodizo’s programs aimed at improving the lives of elderly and dementia patients (there is a possibility of remote volunteering)

Thematic Area: Advocacy and Human Rights

Prefecture: Western Greece | Location: Patras

Type of work: Administrative

Volunteer Duties:
-Create promotional graphics for community events, campaigns, and social media.
-Provide support for AI-related projects, including the application of charting tools and staff training.
-Assist in fundraising efforts by engaging with external organizations and securing financial support.
-Contribute to the development of awareness materials and campaigns related to dementia and elderly care.
-Support the organization’s administrative needs, including documentation and reporting.

Season: Spring, Autumn, Winter

Start date: 01/10/2024 | End date: 30/06/2025

Hosting details: Other
1-2 weeks on October-November, January-February, May-June

Is this an individual or a group activity? Both

Number of volunteers: Not specified

Minimum age: 22 | Maximum age: 40

Qualifications the volunteer should posses:
-Degree in Higher Education, in Social Sciences or Computer Science, possible knowledge of both languages (Greek/English) would be very helpful,
-knowledge of graphic design and creation of awareness campaigns, possible experience with elderly people or people with dementia would be desirable

Hosting Organization provides:
-Transportation (possible)
-Certificate of participation
-Short training session & supervision
-Full equipment

Is this activity for volunteers with health problems such as allergies or phobias such as fear of heights be involved? Yes, there is no relative risk

Is this activity for volunteers with disabilities (visual, mobility impairment) or serious mental illnesses such as PTSD? No

Is there a participation fee? No