Found 9 Companionship & Social Support volunteering opportunities in Canberra City

Would you like to visit an older person in an Aged Care Home and make a real difference in their life? We have a lovely lady who would benefit from friendly conversations in Croatian, to reminisce and share stories.

Would you like to visit an older person and make a real difference in their life? We have a delightful lady who would benefit from your friendly visits. She enjoys learning English, simple board games, nature, singing and reading the Bible in Korean. Contact us to learn more about this great opportunity.

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)

Make a difference in the lives of people that are blind or have low vision! Our Canberra team of Client Service Providers are seeking the support of a Retail Sales Wizz, someone who is friendly comfortable using the phone and chatting with our Blind and Low Vision clients. Retail experience would be ideal especially within the not for profit or disability sector.

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.

Are you passionate about making a positive change? Many people facing mental illness often feel disconnected and socially isolated from their friends and family. But you can help change that by becoming a valued Compeer volunteer. Join the Vinnies Compeer Program and make a lasting impact on someone's life! We believe that your friendship can make a significant difference to the quality of life for individuals with mental illness while also helping to combat the stigma surrounding it.

Do you think it's essential to be inclusive? Do you enjoy working with people from a variety of backgrounds? The Inclusive Volunteering Pathways to Employment Program supports those living with a disability or mental health condition to find volunteering roles where they can build skills, experience and networks to reach their employment goals. We need your help to provide encouragement and support to our participants.

The Open Support Community Companion Program offers one to one phone calls to people experiencing social isolation and/or loneliness. This volunteer role offers companionship and social support based on the Open Support values of Compassion, Dignity, Excellence, Justice and Unity. If you are able to donate your time and passion to support people to connect with community, we'd really love to hear from you!

Children's Rights Queensland has an exciting opportunity for a Secretary to join our Executive team in a voluntary capacity.