Found 772 Companionship & Social Support volunteering opportunities in Australia

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.

We have a male client in Ormond who loves to chat about ideas, books, music and national and international affairs. Our Client is well read and loves listening to music, and he would love to spend an hour a fortnight with a volunteer with whom he can chat over a coffee or go for a gentle walk. If you are able to commit to weekly or fortnightly visits (weekends are fine), and can easily visit Ormond (next to Caulfield), please express interest below!!

CarPal drivers take a five minute detour from a trip they were driving anyway to offer a Ride to Sydney Hills Shut-in Seniors needing to get out and about around Sydney after they hand in their drivers licences. CarPal is a Community Rideshare initiative a bit like Uber but with a kindness dividend rather than a commercial one.

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.

Church Activity Assist - Aged are required at both the Yallaroo and Arrunga Aged Care Facilities.

The Activity Volunteer supports the Lifestyle Coordinator with group activities which enrich the lives of our seniors in Sundale's Aged Care Centres. The activities include bingo, a card game named HOY, art & craft, word games, bus outings and a range of other fun activities which change weekly.

As a Companionship Volunteer with Sundale you will provide one on one companionship to our elderly residents. They would love to meet you and have a chat and a cuppa.

We encourage ladies to join our caring team of volunteers to support the most vulnerable members of our community. It's not just a job for the boys! Use your own car or one of our people movers. If you’ve been thinking about volunteering – now is the time to register. New year, New you!

Transport frail and isolated people in the City of Knox and people with disabilities to medical appointments, planned activity groups and one on one shopping. Driving positions available in Lysterfield, Rowville, Ferntree Gully, Knoxfield, Wantirna, Boronia and Bayswater.

Are you a sociable person who enjoys talking and listening to to others? For this volunteering you will need to be understanding of elderly people's needs and limits. You will need to be as reliable as possible. You will need to be willing to contact the ACVVS Co-ordinator to report every quarter and when you need support.

Are you a sociable person who enjoys talking and listening to others? For this volunteering you will need to be understanding of elderly people's needs and limits. You will need to be as reliable as possible. You will need to be willing to contact the ACVVS Co-ordinator to report every quarter and when you need support.

Are you a sociable person who enjoys talking and listening to to others? For this volunteering you will need to be understanding of elderly people's needs and limits. You will need to be as reliable as possible. You will need to be willing to contact the ACVVS Co-ordinator to report every quarter and when you need support.

Are you looking for a volunteer opportunity where you can improve someone's quality of life?

The Aged Care Volunteer Visitor Scheme (ACVVS) is a government funded program to combat social isolation and helps to develop social connections for older persons. Ageing with Grace believe that social connections are essential to the well-being of older people. We are seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate, friendly Volunteer Visitor to spend time with an older person who is at risk of social isolation and loneliness.

The Aged Care Volunteer Visitor Scheme (ACVVS) is a government funded program to combat social isolation and helps to develop social connections for older persons. Ageing with Grace believe that social connections are essential to the well-being of older people. We are seeking enthusiastic, compassionate, friendly Volunteer Visitors to spend time with older people who are at risk of social isolation and loneliness.

Is social isolation or loneliness in the elderly a concern for you? The Aged Care Volunteer Visitor Scheme (ACVVS) is a government funded program to combat social isolation and helps to develop social connections for older persons. Ageing with Grace believe that social connections are essential to the well-being of older people. We are seeking enthusiastic, compassionate, friendly Volunteer Visitors to spend time with older people who are at risk of social isolation and loneliness.

Are you looking for a rewarding way to make a difference in someone's life? Brightwater Inglewood is seeking a compassionate volunteer to regularly visit Resident Rosa.

Brightwater Birralee in Innaloo is seeking a volunteer to play Scrabble once a week in the afternoon with our residents.

Join our Ocean Star volunteers in brightening the lives of our residents through the joy of reading! We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to assist in establishing a library trolley service from 10am to 12pm every day except Wednesday.

VMCH is currently welcoming volunteers to engage with residents who have personalised activities which has been tailored to meet their individual interests, cultural background, and physical abilities, you would provide conversation and assistance to create a wonderful interlude which can enhance a resident's day. We don’t need you to have experience we just want you to be an active part of our team with ideas and enthusiasm and engage with residents to provide fun and entertainment.