Found 550 Disability Support volunteering opportunities in Australia

BaptistCare WA is seeking a compassionate individual to engage with a male resident in our Memory Support Unit. Fluency in Italian is preferred to enhance communication and foster a deeper connection. This rewarding opportunity entails dedicating just one hour per week to brightening the resident's day and providing meaningful companionship.

We are currently looking for Volunteer Drivers to pick up or drop off older persons in company vehicles so they can attend the Hyland House Respite Centre in Petrie. A company vehicle is provided.

The Arana Hills Respite Centre is currently looking for volunteers to assist in our various activities with older persons and people with a disability, including playing table games, arts and crafts, going on outings, sharing stories, cooking, or sharing your talents - there is something for everyone!

The Hyland House Respite Centre in Petrie is looking for people to assist older persons and people with a disability in maintaining our lovely centre garden. This includes potting and watering plants and chatting about their upkeep. No special skills are needed, just patience and an interest in gardening.

The Hyland House Respite Centre in Petrie is looking for ‘Tech Savvy’ The Hyland House Respite Centre in Petrie is looking for people to assist in keeping the centre’s kitchen organised and running efficiently, which helps with the smooth running of the daily programs to support older persons and people with disabilities.

We are currently looking for Volunteer Drivers to pick up or drop off older persons in company vehicles so they can attend the Arana Hills Respite Centre. A company vehicle is provided.

The Hyland House Respite Centre in Petrie is currently looking for volunteers to assist in our various activities with older persons and people with a disability, including playing table games, arts and crafts, going on outings, sharing stories, cooking, or sharing your talents - there is something for everyone!

At Empower Autism our mission is to empower autistic people to reach thrive through providing programs and services based on access, self-actualisation, and self-advocacy. We run several peer support groups throughout South-East Queensland to support and empower autistic people and their carers and loved ones. Join us to create autism affirming spaces. This is a fun and engaging role that provides a variety of opportunities to share your strengths and empower others to share theirs.

Do you love being part of an organisation making a difference to people doing it tough? Your help will make the difference for pensioners and their pets - help keep these best friends together by joining the Pet Medical Crisis team. We are looking for volunteer social workers to help vulnerable pensioners and their pets in crisis.

You do not need to have horse experience to volunteer at APRDA but you could pick up some horse experience by volunteering with us. We are seeking people to assist us with our horse based activities. A great opportunity to help a great cause and get some exercise. A level of fitness is essential as you can be required to stand and walk for up to 1 hour in lessons. Each rider has a volunteer leading their horse and most will have at least one side walker in support. (C)

Maintenance Workers are responsible for applying basic fixes to equipment and premises as well as ensuring facilities are tidy and functional. Ideally you would have some experience or sound handyman skills. The role can require a level of physical stamina from time to time, so you need to possess manual dexterity. You will join a team of dedicated volunteers who provide companionship and a happy team environment. This is a very rewarding role, in a beautiful and peaceful setting. (C)

Would you like to assist elderly residents to go for walks or assist staff with walks into local community? Would you like to be involved with residents with dementia that require support/assistance? Well, Colton Court ACH, needs you!

How would you like to be involved in Weekly Bowls? Well, there is a weekly bowls gig held at the Christies Beach Bowling Club. This is on a Friday morning. This will have you involved with helping folks collect bowls, prepare morning tea & other things that help the group facilitator. You don’t need to be a bowler, just like being around older people. If you like heaps of fun, express your interest now!

ACH has a monthly movie gig – at Wallis Noarlunga Cinema. On the last Wednesday of the month, they are looking for someone to help welcome customers, help link them together in chat & assist with morning tea! If you love to help out and like the thought of assisting ACH customers enjoy their movie outing, express your interest now!

The Volunteers primary role is to assist the participants to ride a wave! Each participant has a different disability which can either be physical, intellectual or both. Disabled Surfers Association - SA Branch assist them to enjoy the experience of surfing & ensure they stay safe & injury free in the process. A surfing background is an advantage for volunteers but not essential. However you need to be a physically fit, aged 17+ & be comfortable in the water for periods of up to 2 hours.

Enjoy a cuppa and a chat? Have 1 hour fortnightly to spare? Want to make a difference to the life of someone in your local area?

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about the not-for-profit sector and making a difference in people’s lives to join our wonderful team at Get2Know (Finance Team)

Looking for dedicated Support Workers who are looking to have a positive impact on peoples lives to work. If you are a positive, adaptable and energetic Support Worker who enjoys challenging and rewarding work – we want you to join our dedicated team!

Chung Wah Community Care (CC) is a group under the Chung Wah Association. CC’s goal is to provide care for the seniors, people living with disabilities, and their carers, particularly those from the non-English speaking backgrounds, in Perth metropolitan area.

To assist at our Lawn Bowls activity every Monday except public holidays (from 10am to 12noon). As this role requires you to potentially push members in wheelchairs or who require walking frames you will need to be physically fit. Knowledge of bowls a bonus.