Caring for the Caregiver Volunteer Orientation Survey

Orientation quiz for volunteers

Complete this quiz after viewing the entire Caring for the Caregiver orientation video. You must score at least 11/15 otherwise you should retake the quiz.

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* 1. What is your full name?

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* 2. Select the examples of appropriate volunteer conduct at Caring for the Caregiver events

Be patient, be kind, be present

Use person-first language

Make jokes about dementia and memory-lapses to lighten the mood

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* 3. All non-UTHSA students/staff/faculty who want to volunteer for Caring for the Caregiver must agree to a background check.

True

False

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* 4. The online Dementia Friends Training and certificate of completion is required of all volunteers.

True

False

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* 5. Which of the following is not a mindful communication tip?

Never argue, instead agree

Never say “remember”,
instead reminisce

Never recommend, instead demand

Never say “I told you so”, instead repeat

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* 6. What is the minimum amount of time before cancelling your commitment to an event?

5 days

2 hours

14 days

There is no minimum

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* 7. A family caregiver is “any relative, partner, friend or neighbor who has a significant personal relationship with, and provides a broad range of assistance for, an older person or an adult with a chronic condition”.

True

False

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* 8. How do I keep track of my volunteer hours? (select all that apply)

Adding an 'impact' on GivePulse

Someone else will track this for me

Keeping a personal hours log

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* 9. How should you dress at most Caring for the Caregiver events? Select all that apply. (You will be notified if there is a specific dress code)

Business casual is typically appropriate

Pajamas and flip flops are fine

Always dress in full professional attire (suit and tie)

UT Health San Antonio shirts are acceptable with jeans that are not torn

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* 10. What are some of the benefits of volunteering with Caring for the Caregiver? (Select all that apply)

Certificate of hours completed (upon request)

Letter of recommendation (upon request & review)

Resume and cover letter guidance (upon request)

Dementia friends certificate

Unique experience to interact with individuals living with dementia and caregivers in community settings