Volunteer Expectations

Volunteer

Guide

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In collaboration with:

Volunteer Duties:

Walk Organizers

Before the program kicks off:

• Connect with your partner physician(s).
• Identify a safe, accessible walking location to host events and get to know your route.
• Establish a consistent schedule (i.e. First Saturday of every month @ 9:00 am).
• Fill out Walk with a Doc’s application to officially register your chapter.
• Spread the word using the tools and tips that will come in your welcome packet.

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During each event:

• Welcome participants and get them signed in.
• Share this flyer with your walkers and introduce WWAD.
• Mission/goals: Inspiring communities through movement and conversation.
• History: One event started in Columbus, OH in 2005 by Cardiologist Dr. David Sabgir now extends to over 600 programs in 47 states and 43 countries.
• Remind everyone when your next Walk will be and thank them for coming.
• Know your route and communicate with your participants.
• Conduct post-walk survey with participants.
• Snap some pictures and videos.
• Smile, laugh, and have fun!

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After each event:

• Please tag @walkwithadoc in any social media posts highlighting the big day so we can share with the world!
• Submit your sign-in sheet to contact@walkwithadoc.org.
• Continue spreading the word using the tools and tips provided on the leader portal.

Responsibilities for Volunteer

Healthcare Providers

About Walk With a Doc:

With an aim to make health and happiness accessible to everyone, Walk with a Doc offers free walking programs in communities around the world led by local doctors, healthcare providers, or medical students. These ongoing events allow participants to safely walk (or roll), learn about current health topics, and meet new people in a relaxed setting.

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Volunteering as a Walk Leader:

• Frequency: WWAD programs take place at least once per month. Some chapters are led by the same doctor each time, and others utilize a rotating group of leaders.
• Time Commitment: 1 hour
• Event Details: Open with a 5-8 minute discussion on a health topic (choose one of our example topics, or come up with your own). After the health talk, walk with your community members and get to know them for the remainder of the hour.

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Spread the Word:

As a Walk Leader, grow your local chapter by inviting patients, friends, and colleagues to join the program.

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Thank you for joining us!

Since 2005, Walk with a Doc’s physician-led walking groups have inspired communities through movement and conversation with a simple, sustainable solution for exercise, health education, and social connection.

As a volunteer, you’ll help us alter the healthcare landscape by spreading laughter, education, and communication throughout your community. Thank you for joining us in this important mission!

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Connect with us!

contact@walkwithadoc.org

walkwithadoc.org

(614) 714 - 0407