Found 1126 Companionship & Social Support volunteering opportunities in Australia

One hour, once a week is all it takes to be a friend to someone who is lonely. We are seeking a mature person who can offer conversation and maybe even a game of cards for a friendly gentleman who lives in an aged care home. Seeking a visitor for a friendly lady who who would like company for a chat over coffee. She enjoys word searches, AFL football, reading novels and music. This volunteer role offers flexibility and reward for both the volunteer and recipient of visits.

One hour, once a fortnight is all it takes to bring social connection and lift the spirits of another person. We believe that everyone deserves a friend, and Volunteer Visitors play a vital role in reducing loneliness and bringing a smile and companionship to older people in our community. If you are looking for a volunteer role that makes a positive difference to another person, reduces loneliness in our community, brings mutual joy and is flexible - this is a role for you.

Would you like to visit an older person in their home and make a new friend? Have you got some time and conversation to share? We are seeking a Volunteer Visitor for a lady who would greatly benefit from some company. She loves to reminisce about cooking, through listening to classical music together, sharing conversation and a walk in the garden. Dementia experience helpful (training provided). Contact us to learn more about this great opportunity and other opportunities across Victoria.

One hour, once a week is all it takes to be a friend to someone who is lonely. We are seeking a mature, male volunteer visitor for a gentleman who enjoys movies, model boats and all things mechanical. This volunteer role offers flexibility and reward for both the volunteer and recipient of visits.

Would you like to visit an older person in their home and make a new friend? Have you got some time and conversation to share? We are seeking a Volunteer Visitor for a lovely lady who would greatly benefit from some company through listening to music together, sharing conversation and general company. Dementia experience helpful (training provided). Contact us to learn more about this great opportunity and other opportunities across Victoria.

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.

One hour, once a fortnight is all it takes to bring social connection and lift the spirits of another person. We believe that everyone deserves a friend, and Volunteer Visitors play a vital role in reducing loneliness and bringing a smile and companionship to older people in our community. If you are looking for a volunteer role that makes a positive difference to another person, reduces loneliness in our community, brings mutual joy and is flexible - this is a role for you.

To bring joy, social and cultural connection to an older man by visiting in his residential home. Approximately an hour weekly/fortnightly at a time to suit both of you. Volunteering under the Aged Care Volunteer Visitor Scheme you will make a difference in the life of an older person by helping to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation improve their overall wellbeing.

To bring joy, social and cultural connection to an older man by visiting in his residential home. Approximately an hour weekly/fortnightly at a time to suit both of you. Volunteering under the Aged Care Volunteer Visitor Scheme you will make a difference in the life of an older person by helping to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation improve their overall wellbeing.

To bring joy and social connection to an older person by visiting in their residential home. Approximately an hour weekly/fortnightly at a time to suit both of you.

Centacare's Men’s Hub, is seeking expressions of interest to volunteer at the centre. Do you like to contribute to the community? Do you have a passion for men’s health and wellbeing? If you’re a sociable person that loves a chat, has interest in men’s health, and would like to get involved in your local community, we encourage you to express an interest in this valuable role today.

Lifeline Harbour to Hawkesbury Sydney provides social support for people over 65 years or older. The volunteers form a part of the Community Services team and provide a variety of services for older clients, including transport to appointments, companionship visits or accompanied shopping. We provide services from Chatswood to Berowra so prefer our volunteers to live on the Lower to Upper North Shore of Sydney.

Legacy supports widow/ers and families of our servicemen and women. We are looking for a passionate, motivated volunteer to assist with administration tasks in the Rockhampton Office. You will need to have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be computer literate.

To support Uniting staff, Playgroup facilitators to assist with the delivery of Supported Playgroup for families with children 0-6 years of age. Various Locations (Berkeley Vale, Lake Munmorah, Gwandalan, The Entrance). Mornings only during school terms ***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. ***

We are looking for Volunteer Mentors to assist young people to develop a positive sense of self and increase connections with their community. All young people eligible for the program have lived in Out of Home Care through the Child Protection system and have experienced significant challenges in their childhood. The mentoring program is designed to provide young people with more community support and connections and to assist them to thrive in their adulthood.

We have multiple opportunities available across various areas! -Administration & operational support -Companionship & social support -Driving & transportation -Gardening & plant care -Introductions & greetings at the centres -Hospitality (can you make great coffee, or cook a perfect snag on the barbie?) -Community engagement -Additional positions depending on your skills & expertise!

CASS provides a comprehensive range of community services and activities in Metropolitan Sydney including Upper North Shore area. Their Settlement Services Programs are currently looking for volunteers for their Smart Devices Support and Form Filling Services.

Interested in volunteering for a Chinese Family Playgroup? If you'd like to gain experience in working with pre-school children in Australia and can make a long-term commitment, this could be a great opportunity for you.

4 Voices are looking for team leaders to support our small outreach teams on the Gold Coast. Team leaders need to engage with, coach and manage both volunteer and the outreach shift activities. The commitment required is 3 - 4 hours per week. We are about to launch an outreach service to operate from an off-grid van at various locations on the Gold Coast.

Balmoral Uniting Community Centre are looking for a piano player to entertain visitors at the centre on a Monday and Friday morning. Can you spare a few hours a week or fortnight to bring joy to others?