Found 22 Companionship & Social Support Regular - more than 6 months, volunteering opportunities in Australia

Provide a safe and stable living environment for a child living in out of home care for a short period of time or at least one weekend a month as a minimum

Are you resourceful, a good communicator and passionate about reducing social isolation in the community? The Parents Hub supports parents caring for infants and toddlers who have additional needs. The volunteer will support the group facilitators with the weekly hosting of parent gatherings. This group aims to engage isolated families and encourage network building! Wednesdays from 9.30am-10.30am. We do ask that volunteers can commit to the role for 6 months or longer.

Way Finding Volunteers help families navigate their way around the Queensland Children’s Hospital (QCH).Everyday QCH sees more than 1000 families come through the doors and the Way Finders are often the first point of contact for worried and often hurried parents, offering a welcoming smile and a gentle guiding hand.

As an Operating Theatre Recovery volunteer, you will work closely with staff to support the post-anaesthetic care of patients by providing comfort, as well as reconnecting and regulating caregiver visits. Volunteers also support the Queensland Children’s Hospital Recovery staff by answering the phones and maintaining comfort supplies.

Provide support to parents and carers entering the operating suites at the Queensland Children’s Hospital. Volunteers help ease the anxiety of a child’s surgical journey by working closely with medical staff to provide information and emotional support to parents and carers.

Help facilitate play, activities and distraction for patients, siblings and visitors at the Queensland Children’s Hospital. Join our volunteer team to provide moments of happiness and social connection in the hospital environment.

Volunteers help us to support dads, and father figures with children in early learning, primary and secondary school stages. It’s an opportunity to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of children, and the wider community.

We are always on the lookout for new volunteers to join us. Whether it's a few hours or a day each week, it all makes a difference! Our Volunteers are the heart and soul of our Organisation and we couldn't do what we do without them. Volunteering with us means you are a key part of our community. Geelong Mums is a special place where people feel like they belong, experience a sense of purpose and can make a real difference to the lives of others.

Do you live near Willetton WA and would love to Volunteer? Has your baby been an inpatient in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) or Special Care Nursery (SCN)? Do you want to give back to other families? Are you available for 3 hours fortnightly? We are seeking motivated individuals who meet the above criteria and who would like to make a difference by committing to coordinating our amazing Play & Support Group (NurtureGroup) fortnightly

Do you live near Rockingham WA and would love to Volunteer? Has your baby been an inpatient in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) or Special Care Nursery (SCN)? Do you want to give back to other families? Are you available for 3 hours fortnightly? We are seeking motivated individuals who meet the above criteria and who would like to make a difference by committing to coordinating our amazing Play & Support Group (NurtureGroup) fortnightly

Do you live near Bacchus Marsh Victoria and would love to Volunteer? Has your baby been an inpatient in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) or Special Care Nursery (SCN)? Do you want to give back to other families? Are you available for 3 hours fortnightly? We are seeking motivated individuals who meet the above criteria and who would like to make a difference by committing to coordinating our amazing Play & Support Group (NurtureGroup) fortnightly

Karitane has an exciting opportunity in the Volunteer Family Connect program Shellharbour. This role would support new parents to their role as parents, support the wellbeing and development of children and bring an understanding of the challenges of parenting and support parents to find their own solutions

We are looking for Volunteers in the greater city of Bendigo and Macedon Ranges to support our Home-Start Program. Home-Start is a parent support program that offers vital face-to-face and virtual support to new and vulnerable parents of children under the age of 5. Our next intake closes soon, enquire today. The program aims to reduce isolation for vulnerable families and build support networks for parents and their children within their local communities.

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of families in need? Do you have a knack for providing practical assistance and support without passing judgment? If so, we have a rewarding opportunity for you to become a mentor and support families in improving their lives.

Join us in our mission to create safe havens for children and families to flourish! Together, we support parents in bringing order and harmony to their households, ensuring that every family receives the assistance they need to overcome challenges and build a nurturing environment for their children.

Do you enjoy working with families and pre-school age children? All our locations Playgroups and Early Learning programs are looking for enthusiastic helpers to work alongside our paid staff. If you love working with young children and have a passion for encouraging supportive and healthy parenting practices we encourage you to apply. Join our team at one of our following locations - Ballajura, Beechboro, Cockburn, High Wycombe, Kingsley and Woodvale or Bullsbrook.

The Meerilinga "Bullsbrook Connecting Community Service" aims to support and connect the community through strengthening families and laying a solid foundation for the future. You can be part of this vision.

Do you have parenting or caregiving experience? Would you like to share your knowledge with vulnerable families? Are you a compassionate and caring person who would love to make a real difference to young families who need some support with raising children? If so, you could be a perfect Mentor for Baptcare’s Home-Start program.

We are seeking Welcomers, Craft Activity Organisers & People to Connect with families for our playgroups that involve Mums, Dads & Kids. Join us to create a fun, engaging environment for families.

We are seeking sailing volunteers to help disabled adults and young adults to enjoy sailing in small boats on Lake Orr. No sailing or boating experience required. Gold Coast Recreation and Sport Inc is a community based organisation providing recreation and sporting opportunities for people with physical and/or intellectual disabilities. C