Social Visitor volunteer, Residential Care Home, Waverley [ACVVS]
About this opportunity
Spend time with an elderly lady living in a residential aged care home in the Waverly area. You'll help provide companionship as well as maintain their healthy wellbeing as part of the Aged Care Volunteer Visitor Scheme.
Your impact
Volunteering as a social visitor can be a rewarding experience, both for the person you visit as well as yourself. Regular visits from volunteers can help to improve quality of life and help people feel less isolated.
** HammondCare**
HammondCare is an independent Christian charity and we're passionate about improving the quality of life for people in need. We have a wonderful group of volunteers that partner with us to enhance the lives of elderly people. HammondCare is an approved provider of the Aged Care Volunteer Visitor Scheme (ACVVS), funded by the Australian Government.
Further information
For more information about volunteering at HammondCare, click the apply button below and we'll give you a call.
Additional requirements
Covid-19 vaccination . National Police Certificate *.
18 years or older • National Volunteer Police Check arranged and paid for by HammondCare • Evidence of COVID-19 vaccination will be required (Two doses)
Ideally you'll be available one hour per week for 6-12 months or longer. We'd be happy to chat with you about a suitable day and time during the week between the hours of 9am-5pm.
Type of work- Companionship & Social Support
- Music & Entertainment
- Seniors & Aged Care
Training is provided as well as ongoing support by a Volunteer Coordinator. We offer an extensive training program so you will be well equipped as a volunteer.