About this role
Volunteer Visitor Opportunity – Fairlight
Do you enjoy meaningful conversations, sharing ideas, and connecting with others?
An older lady living independently in Fairlight would love to welcome a volunteer visitor who enjoys reading books, discussing current events, and talking politics.
This is a great opportunity for someone who appreciates thoughtful conversation and would like to make a genuine difference through friendship and companionship.
What you'll do
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Enjoy relaxed chats and social connection
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Discuss books, news, current affairs, and politics
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Build a meaningful one-on-one friendship
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Visit for one hour at a time
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Choose any day of the week between 9:00am and 5:00pm
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Volunteer weekly or fortnightly
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A simple visit can brighten someone's day, reduce social isolation, and create a rewarding connection for both volunteer and resident.
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If you enjoy engaging conversation and building meaningful community connections, this could be the perfect volunteer role for you.
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Your impact
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Volunteering as a social visitor can be a rewarding experience, both for the person you visit as well as yourself. Regular visits from volunteers can help to improve quality of life and help older people feel less isolated. Your visits will bring great joy to the client you are matched with.
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HammondCare
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HammondCare is an independent Christian charity, supporting people to live in their homes and maintain their independence. We're passionate about improving the quality of life for people in need and we have a wonderful group of volunteers that partner with us to enhance the lives of clients who are living at home.
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HammondCare is a provider of The Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme funded by the Australian Government and is established to promote links between elderly people and volunteers in their local community.
Requirements
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18 years or older
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National Volunteer Police Check arranged and paid for by HammondCare
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We would be happy to discuss your availability Monday to Sunday, for a one-hour visit between 9am to 5pm for an hour visit weekly or fortnightly.