Found 620 Companionship & Social Support volunteering opportunities in Australia

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.

Are you ready for some tong action in your community? The Cooinda Neighbourhood Centre is in need of volunteer kitchen helpers for our community meals night. If you're passionate about cooking, community and lending a hand, we'd love to hear from you!

How would you like to help support Emergency Food Relief by volunteering with Noarlunga Uniting Church? This role will have you greeting and providing assistance to individuals and families who are seeking emergency Food Relief! Sound like a worthy program to be involved with? Read on...

Are you looking to make a positive difference in the lives of your community? Do you have a friendly and compassionate demeanor? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about providing companionship and helping people maintain access to social events.

We are in search of passionate volunteer artists to lend their talent and creativity to enhance the atmosphere of our facility. Individuals skilled in painting walls and pots to bring life and vibrancy to our communal spaces. By volunteering your artistic abilities, you will directly contribute to enriching the lives of our residents and creating a more visually appealing environment for all.

Permission to shop AND host parties? Fantastic! Comlink is looking for some amazing community volunteers to help with providing our wonderful service. A variety of volunteer opportunities are available including shopping assistance and event hosting duties.

Pets for Life Volunteers provide practical support as guided by the owner in the care of their companion animal. The role is two-fold in that while assisting to maintain the animal’s welfare, volunteers will also be interacting with and become a support/contact for the older person. Isolation of the older person will be dramatically reduced through the volunteer visits and interaction around the animal’s care.

Make a new friend and be part of something great - the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS). Seniors are particularly vulnerable to becoming socially isolated, especially if they don't have any family around. Our volunteers play an important part in keeping them connected with regular visits. If you like to chat and are willing to spend time with a senior in their home, then we'd love to hear from you.

Be part of something great as a volunteer driver at Balwyn Evergreen Centre for our weekly Bus Outings. Each Tuesday we take a minivan full of seniors to locations around Melbourne for a day out with friends. The role includes picking up and dropping off clients from their homes, driving to and from the destination and having fun along the way. Please note, you'll be accompanied by a staff member at all times. Full training and ongoing support provided.

Be part of something great as a volunteer visitor, providing friendship and companionship to isolated older people visiting them at home or going on outings, as part of the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS). One hour per week or fortnight, is all it takes to brighten someone's day as well as your own.

Be part of something great as a volunteer driver at Balwyn Evergreen Centre. Our transport service is critical for our clients to access our activities and programs. As a driver you get to be part of the action and make a genuine difference in the lives of older people. We need drivers to fill half day or full day shifts. Please note, full training and ongoing support provided.

Make a new friend and be part of something great - the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS). Seniors are particularly vulnerable to becoming socially isolated, especially if they don't have any family around. Our volunteers play an important part in keeping them connected with regular visits. If you like to chat and are willing to spend time with a senior in their home, then we'd love to hear from you.

Arana Hills Respite Centre is currently looking for volunteers to assist in our various activities with older persons and people with special needs. It’s such a lovely place to volunteer and there is something for everyone!

Hyland House Respite Centre in Petrie is currently looking for volunteers to assist in our various activities with older persons and people with special needs. It’s such a lovely place to volunteer and there is something for everyone!

Wintringham is a specialised welfare company that provides housing and care to elderly, frail men and women who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Opportunities exist for a volunteer to work with one of our residents who is socially isolated, due to language barrier, If this is you, Wintringham would love to hear from you as this is a very rewarding volunteer role.

Join Our Wednesday Bus Outings! Are you looking for a rewarding way to give back to the community? Catholic Homes is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to assist staff and residents at our Trinity Village Aged Care residence during our weekly bus outings and scenic drives. Role: Volunteer Bus Outing Assistant When: Every Wednesday Time: 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM

1 Hour per week of your time is all it takes to put a smile on an older persons face. We are looking for friendly, compassionate and caring volunteers interested in enriching the lives of older people living in residential aged care or at home. If you love a chat and can commit to visiting someone regularly please get in touch.

MiCare is looking for a volunteer that can share a smile, a joke and companionship during fortnightly friendly visits to this isolated and lonely elderly man who lives in an aged care facility. Volunteering brings fun and fulfilment to your life and makes a huge difference to those in the community seeking companionship.

Do be friendly, patient, willing to learn&work. Avail Fri nights 5:30pm-9pm, or 11pm. Serve customers, patrons, members&adult community(18yrs+)drinks at bar. Prepare drinks. Re-stock fridge. Friendly bunch at local Belmont RSL Sub-Branch has worked to support serving Defence Force, Veterans, ex-military personnel, their families&community for more than30-years. Take part in raffle. Come on down to Sub-Branch&volunteer along side us while serving beneficial Org at same time

We are seeking volunteers speaking German to visit elderly residents at the aged care facility. Many seniors feel isolated due to differences in language and culture compared to others. Your presence and conversation can truly brighten their days! Join us in spreading warmth and companionship.