Found 11 Seniors & Aged Care 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.

Music can heal, uplift and even transform lives but the people who need it most often have the least access to it. That is where A Sound Life comes in - we do all the legwork to make it easy for you to simply turn up and perform your music either live over Zoom or directly to patients by their bedside in hospitals. Our next Musician Training Day is happening on Sunday, April 28 from 10am-3pm at Together2, Rozelle in Sydney and via Zoom.

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.

Do you speak a language other than English? Adults from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds make up about 30% of older Australians, but are underrepresented in dementia research. If you’re over 60 we need your input to improve diagnosis & care. By return email you will receive a link to a survey regarding your language use and cultural background.

This exciting role involves interpreting our clients' communication to family members, and medical and other support staff. The role is suitable for students learning AUSLAN.

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!