AADVC FY2016 27 VOLUNTEERS FUEL THE ROCKET he Delaware Valley Chapter is fortunate to have thousands of volunteers who fuel the mission of creating a world without Alzheimer’s. We are humbled to have so many dedicated people who are willing to serve in a wide variety of capacities—from Helpline to fundraising event planning, community outreach, advocacy and more! The Peer to Peer Outreach Program is where volunteers bring passion and vibrancy in the fight to end Alzheimer’s. Through this effort, volunteers who are themselves in the early stage of the disease reach out to newly diagnosed persons with Alzheimer’s disease. Experienced caregiver volunteers are also called upon to reach out to new caregivers with tips, advice and a compassionate ear. The end results include relationship development, a lessening of anxiety and a general connectedness to the Alzheimer’s community at large and the programs and services offered by the Chapter.