Found 42 Companionship & Social Support volunteering opportunities in Australia

Down syndrome Victoria runs a social group for adults with Down syndrome, we’re called Club21. Club21 has been going in Melbourne for over 10 years and we are very excited to bring Club21 to Geelong! Club21 goes out on weekends and does fun, social activities together: going out for lunch, singing Karaoke, watching a show. We are looking for volunteers to support the Club21 social group

Volunteer to support people with Down syndrome in a fun exercise program: FitSkills FitSkills is an evidence-based physical activity program for people with Down syndrome. In this program the person with Down syndrome will be matched with a volunteer partner. The program runs throughout the term and participants go to the gym together with their matched volunteer once a week followed by a meal with other participants and volunteers.

Volunteer to support people with Down syndrome in a fun exercise program: FitSkills FitSkills is an evidence-based physical activity program for people with Down syndrome. In this program the person with Down syndrome will be matched with a volunteer partner. The program runs throughout the term and participants go to the gym together with their matched volunteer once a week followed by a meal with other participants and volunteers.

Fortnightly Saturdays 1pm to 4pm in Secret Harbour. Our group assistants help young people on the Autism Spectrum with various social activities. Activities include arts, crafts, bowling, laser tag and more. This rewarding opportunity would suit those studying community services, social work, psychology etc

Cooking Program Assistant required to assist in cooking classes with adult students.

Venturer Scout Leader - Adult helpers required. Helpers must be 18 years or over.

Festival Setup/Down - Assisting with building the festival site/community village. Required from 1st June to 6th June, and from 10th June and possibly 11th June. #festival#recreation#musicevent#camping

Blind Sports & Recreation Victoria is currently seeking a volunteer to accompany a lovely lady who is blind on weekly walks in her local area for about 1 hour. You need to be friendly, reliable, enjoy walking and be available either Thursday am or anytime Saturday. Help this lady explore her suburb, get fit and feel socially connected!

Spectrum Space will run our Telethon Holidays Makers Program these July school holidays for children on the autism spectrum. Activities include art and craft, video games, sensory play, board games, cooking and more! We are in need of people to help out with the kids and the activities. This opportunity would best suit students studying psychology, community services, counselling and social work.

Our client in Melville/Palmyra would like a visitor who can visit for coffee and chats. Some Auslan skills required (but you don't need to be fluent). This would be a good role for someone who wants experience/practise with Auslan.

As a volunteer walking buddy, you will be helping a blind and hearing impaired male get out of the house, reintroduce more physical activity into his life and feel socially connected. Flexible with days and 1 hour time commitment per week.

Are you someone with a big heart? We don’t mind if you’re studying, working or retired; what your family structure is; you are from a different cultural and religious background; you don’t have any special skills, talents or expertise. We just want someone who is patient and can spare a handful of hours a month, to bring some love and kindness into the life of a person with a disability. Could this be you? Please read on….

To accompany, support and interact in a unique Centre that caters for disadvantaged, disabled and /or people requiring support.

Hawthorn House are looking for a Cook/Kitchen Hand for Mondays 9.30am to 1.30pm.

VA is seeking volunteers who can assist with our SWISH recreation activity being conducted in Bendigo. The role involves clients with varying vision loss and the program is designed to provide social and recreational opportunities.

VA is seeking volunteers who can assist with recreation programs being conducted in Mildura. The role involves clients with varying vision loss and the program is designed to provide social and recreational opportunities.

Work alongside people with a disability in a large Op shop. Operate Cash register, assist in sales to customers. Sort and clean bricabrac and clothing. (C)

Are you creative? Do you have a passion for arts & crafts? Share your love of arts and crafts with residents at HammondCare Aged Care Home in Waratah. Show off your creative and artistic skills as you assist people to create their own pieces.

Do you enjoy running a quiz? Share your skills with people living with dementia who are frail and elderly at our residential aged care home in Waratah. Can you help bring some joy and fun to the elderly residents?

Blind Sports & Recreation Victoria is currently seeking a volunteer to accompany an elderly lady who is blind on weekly or fortnightly walks in her local area of Mornington for 1 hour. Help this lady explore her suburb, keep fit and feel socially connected!