Found 21 Health Companionship & Social Support, volunteering opportunities in Australia

Diabetes Victoria is holding a diabetes education event for the Vietnamese community on May 28, and looking for Vietnamese speaking volunteers to provide in-language support to attendees. We have 4 volunteer roles available. Responsibilities include assisting with promotion prior to the event, set-up/ pack-down of the event, supporting attendees on the day, and ensuring the event goes smoothly.

Do you have a heart for assisting and comforting patients during their stay in hospital? Are you ready to make a real difference? Join us at the Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre as an Inpatient Support Volunteer, you will get the opportunity to assist with inpatients with a variety of tasks, bring comfort to those who need it most, and meet new people. Join our team of dedicated volunteers providing holistic support to our patients and families who are spending time in our hospital.

Are you looking to contribute to your community? We need people like you to help us care for people admitted to our hospitals.

The helpline was established in 2009, and is the only such service in Australia helping people living with pain. Guides have a personal connection to chronic pain and are able to support callers with chronic pain.

We offer volunteers an opportunity to draw on their diverse range of skills, to enhance the care we provide and make a meaningful contribution to the lives of our patients and families within the health care environment.

Are you interested in the therapeutic benefits of music in a palliative care setting for patient's relaxation and enjoyment? The Reverie Harp is a small, handcrafted, and easy-to-play musical instrument designed for therapeutic purposes. Its soothing, melodic tones promote relaxation, emotional comfort, and stress reduction.

We believe that every patient deserves to feel supported and cared for during their healthcare journey. Hollywood Hospital seeking volunteers to provide 1:1 companionship to patients, company and support to patients when their meals are delivered on the ward, and support in some of our activity groups and therapy sessions.

Volunteers as Patient and Carer Support team members are required for Maitland Hospital at Metford.

Could you help make someone's day a bit brighter? The Kurri Kurri District Hospital Volunteers provide comfort to patients, their families and visitors when they need it most. As well they support staff and fundraise to help build a better patient experience. They have a cafe that is managed on site but we need more helpers to get it open.

The co-facilitator of a pain support group (PSG) for Bundaberg region helps the group to: share their experiences of living with chronic pain, educate the group about self-management techniques and to effectively use healthcare settings. The PSG provides an avenue for people with pain to socialise with others and reduce the isolation of chronic pain. The group meets once a month for 1.5 to 2 hours.

APMA is seeking someone looking to expand their skills as a professional workplace trainer. You will be responsible for the delivery of an existing, structured course to participants. You will also help develop and coordinate training, in addition to this. Willing and able to complete general office duties, 1-2 days per week.

The Meet & Greet Team are the first people you meet when you enter the hospital. They are there to welcome patients, staff and visitors to the hospital and provide assistance as an escort and direction service.

The Ellenbrook Mile promotes mental and physical wellbeing in the Ellenbrook and surrounds area. We are seeking Information Officers for our quirky kiosk in Ellenbrook Shopping Centre. You will be helping enquirers get connected to local services who are seeking information on local NFP, services or clubs. We love people with creative ideas to engage others. If this sounds like you- then please consider applying for this role.

If you are looking for a volunteer role that makes a positive difference to another person, brings mutual joy and is flexible - this is a role for you. You need to be caring, reliable and be willing to commit to weekly connections/visits or at least fortnightly connections/visits for a minimum of 12 months/ongoing.

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others? Are you looking for fulfilling ways to give back to your community? Look no further - Brightwater The Cove in Dudley Park invites you to become a valued volunteer and be a part of something truly special.

We're looking for a person with a lived experience of chronic pain who is interested in giving back to others. This is a shared role, willing to meet others face to face to create an inclusive and supportive social network in the Townsville region. Your co-chair is kind & welcoming. Experience with chronic pain is a must. 5 to 8 hours per month.

We believe that every patient deserves to feel supported and cared for during their healthcare journey. Our Patient Support Volunteers play a vital role in making that happen. Make a difference in the lives of patients and families at Hollywood Private Hospital! Join our dedicated team of Patient Support Volunteers

Bethanie Peel Aged Care Home are seeking volunteers with an interest in card games and board games, to help bring enjoyment, satisfaction and mental stimulation to our residents.

Bethanie Peel Aged Care Home are in search of volunteers with strong interpersonal skills, who are committed to attending regular 1-1 social companionship visits with residents.

A Ward Volunteer will welcome patients and visitors, assisting them with directions around the hospital, providing companionship, providing support to patients and their families, especially those living with and/or experiencing cognitive impairment, end o life and mental Health, assistance in sorting and receiving donations.