Found 19 Seniors & Aged Care Regular - more than 6 months, volunteering opportunities in Australian Capital Territory ACT

Would you like to visit an older person in an Aged Care Home or their own home and make a real difference in their life? We have a lovely lady who would benefit from your kindness. She enjoys shopping, coffee and good conversation and would greatly benefit from your support to get out of the home and venture about.

Would you like to visit an older person in their own home and make a real difference in their life? We have a delightful lady who would benefit from your company and friendly conversation in Italian. Contact us to learn more about this great opportunity.

The role of the Volunteer is to aid the consumer during their journey through the Emergency Department at Canberra Hospital; to ease emotional distress and anxiety experienced by patients, their families, and friends through the provision of practical support under the guidance of Emergency Department staff.

Seeking volunteers to support Dementia Australia staff and clients in our various social support programs, which are held on weekday mornings. Our social support programs are held every day Monday to Friday and include various opportunities to join groups such as our coffee and chat, gallery/museum groups, craft, woodworking, men’s shed and walking groups around the ACT. (ACT)

As a Recreational and Leisure Champion you will use your skills and expertise to create a creative and fun program for Queanbeyan Day Club members. Join us to increase the health and well being of people over the age of 65.

Goodwin greatly values the goodwill of volunteers, to enrich lives, provide greater interaction and allow us to provide broader care services. So, if you have time to give, we are flexible and willing to take any help you can offer. If you want to share passions and make a real difference to people’s lives, please get in touch.

MCCI supports older people from multicultural backgrounds. Our Volunteer Drivers provides door to door transport in our 12-seater Toyota Hiac (automatic). You will drive clients to social groups in different locations around the ACT. Normal car license only required. Full training provided.

Our multicultural social groups come together each week for social activities, company and a meal. This role helps prepare nutritious culturally appropriate meals for our clients to enjoy together. We are looking to fill positions for our Vietnamese and Chinese group on Friday at 27 Rae Street Belconnen.

ACVVS volunteers will provide regular friendship and companionship to socially isolated aged care recipients through one-on-one or group in-person visits. To ensure the best experience for all involved, volunteers will receive training and support from our Volunteer and Engagement Coordinator throughout the program. Participating in the ACVVS Program offers volunteers a valuable opportunity to build meaningful connections and make a positive impacts on their communities.

The Aged Care Volunteer Visitor Scheme (ACVVS) is a government funded program to combat social isolation and helps to develop social connections for older persons. Ageing with Grace believe that social connections are essential to the well-being of older people. We are seeking enthusiastic, compassionate, friendly Volunteer Visitors to spend time with older people who are at risk of social isolation and loneliness.

Do you have a rural or farming background, and would you like to chat about it with an older friend? The Aged Care Volunteer Visitor Scheme (ACVVS) is a government funded program to combat social isolation and helps to develop social connections for older persons. Social connections are essential to the well-being of older people. We are seeking enthusiastic, compassionate, friendly Volunteer Visitors to spend time with older people who are at risk of social isolation and loneliness.

The Roundabout Project is a volunteer peer support project that aims to assist participants with Disability to engage with our LGBTIQA+ community encouraging networking and connections. By sharing personal experiences and developing mutual peer-to-peer friendship, participants may gain a greater sense of connection to community and develop a deeper sense of belonging, self-esteem, and interpersonal trust.

Provide planning, organisation and administration to support the teaching of Nordic Walking to retirement communities in Canberra. The role acts as an intermediary between retirement villages and staff at Capital Nordic Walking (CNW), who provide information sessions and lessons.

Help reduce isolation and loneliness for older Australians, from the comfort of your own home! We are seeking mature aged females to provide social connection for male and female Participants. This role is offered 100% virtual, with digital visits scheduled at a mutually agreeable day/time.

Help reduce isolation and loneliness for older Australians, from the comfort of your own home! We are seeking a Russian speaking mature female volunteer to provide social connection for a male Participant. This role is offered 100% virtual, with digital visits scheduled at a mutually agreeable day/time.

Help reduce isolation and loneliness for older Australians, from the comfort of your own home! We are seeking a Greek speaking volunteer to provide social connection for a male Participant. This role is offered 100% virtual, with digital visits scheduled at a mutually agreeable day/time.

We are seeking a Greek speaking volunteer to help increase social connection and companionship for an older Australian. This role is offered 100% virtual, initially for 1-hour on Wednesdays (there may be an opportunity to change day in the future). Join in and help us build a community for isolated and lonely older Australians.

We are seeking a Connect2You Facilitator to greet and connect with isolated and lonely older Australians who cess our essential service and 'drop-in' for a chat via Zoom. This role is offered 100% virtual. Multiple shifts available and is suitable for Mutual Obligations. If you love chatting, are an excellent communicator and would like to make a difference, apply now!

Inclusee is an innovative organisation supporting seniors in the community for nearly 50 years. We use the power of technology to reduce isolation and loneliness and are seeking a volunteer who is a craft guru to join our team! As the In2Craft Volunteer Facilitator, you will host our In2Craft weekly Zoom session, share your joy of craft and inspire creativity. This role is offered 100% virtual, minimum two hours per week.