Found 39 volunteering opportunities in Australia

Buongiorno! We are looking for friendly people who are interested in enhancing the lives of people living in aged care by connecting them to their cultural communities. In this particular opportunity, an older lady would enjoy conversation with you in her first language, Italian.

We are on the search for Creative Mentors to participate in our 2024 Program! You will have the opportunity to work with young individuals (aged 9 - 13) and assist them in building more confidence and self esteem, achieve goals and be a positive role model. Not to mention help them create an awesome artistic piece to be exhibited at the completion of the program!

Do you have one hour a fortnight? Loneliness is one of the biggest challenges we face as we age. Can you spare just an hour a fortnight to visit an isolated senior? Do you speak a second language? We have a waiting list of culturally and linguistically diverse, and LGBTQI+ clients who would love some company. A friendly smile and a caring conversation can make a huge difference. Volunteer with us.

We are looking for friendly people who are interested in making a difference in the lives of our community’s seniors by regularly visiting and being a social friend to individuals living in residential aged care in Fortitude Valley. In this particular role, a lady who grew up in former Yugoslavia would enjoy reminiscing in her first language and sharing a tea or coffee with you.

JoCare understands that technology can help stave off loneliness and can enrich an older person’s life by opening up communication with family, grandchildren, community events, online courses, online meetings and can provide another avenue for regular contact. JoCare Digital Mentors provide support to older people in a group setting where volunteers have the support of other mentors. You do not need to be an expert, just enjoy the benefits of technology. Training and support provided

Wintringham is a specialised welfare company that provides housing and care to elderly, frail men and women who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Opportunities exist for a volunteer to work with one of our residents who is socially isolated, due to language barrier, If this is you, Wintringham would love to hear from you as this is a very rewarding volunteer role.

Help seniors learn to use technology. You will be a member of a supportive team of volunteers, all seniors themselves, offering training either one to one or in small classes using our well-equipped premises at Castle Hill. Training manuals and administrative support are provided.

Volunteer tutor needed to run a weekly French class or classes at Trinity School for Seniors. Our students are 60 years or older, and are keen learners. Our classes focus on fun and friendship, achieving companionship through learning.

Spend time with an elderly person living with dementia who would like a social visitor at HammondCare Residential Aged care home. Ideally, you'll be a fluent Italian speaker, have general knowledge about Italy and enjoy chatting with people.

Access Sydney (ASCT) is seeking Social Support Volunteers responsible for providing assistance to ASCT clients who are in need of social interaction and to enable them to remain engaged in the community.

Mentors are required to support new and emerging artists selected to hold an exhibition at one of the Tablelands Galleries. Mentoring in planning, preparing, promoting and holding an exhibition may be undertaken face to face or online. This is an opportunity for experienced artists to share their knowledge and experience and continue to support the arts community and artists' professional development.

At Twilight Aged Care we have an active and growing volunteer program that is comprised of compassionate and dedicated individuals looking to improve the quality of life of residents through genuine social engagement, activities, and one on one conversations.

Do you speak Greek and have some spare time? Make a difference to the life of an elderly Greek resident by chatting in Greek and helping them to feel less socially isolated and lonely.

Are you fluent in Cantonese or Mandarin? Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? We have the perfect opportunity for you!

We are seeking volunteers who would like to spend time leading and teaching a small group of residents the art of knitting and crocheting. A great opportunity to pass on your knowledge and skills, whilst enjoying a friendly chat.

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of older adults? Become an iPad Volunteer and help older adults stay connected in today's digital world. Your role will be to guide participants to use their iPads and its many features.

Oak Hill Gallery is looking for a pro-active and organised person to oversee the volunteer roster and conduct interviews and inductions to new volunteers - Flexible days and hours!

As one of our trained volunteer digital mentor “Tech Mates” serving the Computer Club, you’ll work alongside its founder, with a group of Digital Literacy Foundation Tech Mates and the Computer Club’s technicians, to provide one-on-one support to residents with tech issues, either in the Computer Club’s well-appointed rooms or in members’ residences.

Do you speak Italian and have some spare time? Make a difference to the lives of elderly Italian residents by chatting in Italian and helping them to feel less socially isolated and lonely.

If you’re interested in connecting with older people who are socially isolated, we’d love to hear from you!