Found 293 Companionship & Social Support volunteering opportunities in Australia

We are looking for committed and caring volunteer to provide practical, social and emotional support to people affected by advanced dementia. We believe it is important to support older people to continue to lead fulfilling and meaningful lives through a person-centred approach.

Volunteer in a sprawling sub-tropical retreat with stunning bushland and ocean vistas. We specialise in personalised aged care services focused on individual wellbeing and an enriched quality of life. We are looking for an Activities Support Volunteer who will assist the Creative Program team. Social interactions with the residents. Morning and afternoon shifts or both. Must be available to volunteer on a Tuesday afternoon and/or Friday morning.

Do you enjoy spending time with the elderly? Are you a natural communicator, with a positive personality? If you have answered yes to these questions and you are looking to brighten up the day of a member of our ageing populations then you should read on and find out some more about volunteering in the Lifestyle Program.

Do you enjoy spending time with the elderly? Are you a natural communicator, with a positive personality? If you have answered yes to these questions and you are looking to brighten up the day of a member of our ageing populations then you should read on and find out some more about volunteering in the Lifestyle Program.

Your caring nature and passion for helping the elderly will be greatly valued as you spend time, providing conversation and companionship for our aged-care resident living with dementia. You'll brighten up their day as you spend an hour together each week. A suitable day and time can be arranged with you.

Preparing horses for classes; leading or side walking during classes.Not suitable work for those with no affinity to animals and children. 9.30am - 2.30pm. Children's Check Online must be completed by prospective volunteers before they can commence. ***To be referred to this role a face-to-face interview with Volunteering Central Coast is required. You will be contacted soon to arrange a mutually convenient time and place. ***

Your compassion and caring nature will be greatly appreciated by the elderly residents of a local aged care facility as you assist them on short outings (1-2 hours) on the minibus. Outings might include a drive-thru coffee or picking up an ice-cream. You will assist a member of staff who will look after the residents' care needs. A staff member will drive the bus. Ideally, you'll be available on a weekday morning or afternoon, weekly or fortnightly, for 6 - 12 months (or longer).

Volunteering with the Community Visitors Scheme will enrich the lives of aged care residents by forming long-lasting relationships and helping the residents to feel companionship and a sense of purpose, visits can be either face-to-face or virtually

The Open Support Conversations and Connection Program provides opportunities for those who are most vulnerable in our community to connect socially using telephone and video technology with patient and caring volunteers. We are looking for Community Companion Volunteers who would like to connect with diverse contacts and clients who may be experiencing social isolation.

Looking for a number of volunteers to assit in delivering activities under the direction of the Occupational Therapist. Programs run from 10am to 11:30am Monday to Friday. Volunteers can help out on one or more days. You need to have had a flu vaccination to be part of this program.

Imagine not seeing or hearing from anyone for days, weeks or months. Loneliness can have far reaching effects on our ageing population and knowing someone who cares is going to visit regularly can have a positive impact on their wellbeing. Volunteers are matched with clients to visit for 2 hours per week supporting them to make connections in their local community or provide companionship.

Do you love cleaning? Would you like to do something for your community? We are looking for energetic team-playing volunteers, who can assist our members with cleaning and general household chores.

The Community Visitors Scheme is an Australian Government funded program that matches volunteers with people living in local aged care homes.

We are seeking enthusiastic and passionate individuals who would like to be part of our team. Are you looking to make new friends? Do you want to make a difference? Be involved in making a difference to others lives? Be involved with an organisation that helps so many people within your community? Invisible Illnesses are looking for volunteers to help them with a variety of projects and roles.

Do you enjoy making new friends? Would you consider yourself someone who enjoys getting out for a drive or walk around the local area every now and then? Well this is certainly the job for you!

Working in a food co-op, you will gain skills in a retail environment an may also be a first point of contact for people seeking emergency assistance that are experiencing crisis or vulnerability. Supervising our drop-in centre that is all located in the same room, talking to people with vulnerabilities and the Food Co-op customers. **To be referred to this role an interview with Volunteering Central Coast is required. You will be contacted soon to arrange a mutually convenient time and place *

A volunteer is required for the Community Visitors Scheme. The volunteer will visit an isolated elderly female in the Sylvania area, on a weekly or fortnightly basis. Volunteers provide friendship and companionship through one-on-one. Being female is a genuine requirement for this role.

A volunteer is required for the Community Visitors Scheme. The volunteer will visit an isolated elderly female in the Sylvania area, on a weekly or fortnightly basis. Volunteers provide friendship and companionship through one-on-one. Being female is a genuine requirement for this role.

A volunteer is required for the Community Visitors Scheme. The volunteer will visit an isolated elderly female in the Sylvania area, on a weekly or fortnightly basis. Volunteers provide friendship and companionship through one-on-one. Being female is a genuine requirement for this role.

A volunteer is required for the Community Visitors Scheme. The volunteer will visit an isolated elderly female in the Sylvania area, on a weekly or fortnightly basis. Volunteers provide friendship and companionship through one-on-one. Being female is a genuine requirement for this role.