Social connections are essential to everyone's wellbeing, and that includes older people in our community. The Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS) is a government funded program for older people living in residential aged care (nursing homes) through the generosity of community-minded volunteers just like you. We're currently searching for MALE and FEMALE people who live in the Erina area to volunteer their time to commit to a regular visit with a lonely older person. There's a new friend waiting to meet you right now! Our team of Volunteer Visitors are empathetic, compassionate and kind-hearted people wanting to make a real difference to the lives of an older person living in their local area. Visits are purely for social reasons (no personal care duties) and happen on a regular ongoing basis for an hour a fortnight (or weekly, if you are available). Visits are spent doing activities you both enjoy - take a trip down memory lane looking at old photos, listen to music, go for a walk in the garden, share a hobby, or play a card game or do a puzzle together. It's all about connection, companionship and community. Volunteer Visitors require patience and reliabilityand above all else, a heart for older people. You will be supported in your role by an ACVVS Coordinator. Volunteers undergo a police check and complete a short online training program before commencing their volunteering role. We are currently specifically looking for volunteers in the ERINA AREA at the moment, but our program extends to residential aged care home in locations throughout the NSW Central Coast. So if you're outside the Erina area but would still like to volunteer, please register your interest and we will be in touch about joining our Volunteer Visitor team waitlist. Register your interest now and an ACVVS Coordinator will get in touch to arrange an interview at a mutually convenient time. Volunteers must be aged 18 years or older and be able to make a minimum commitment of 12 months or longer. Category Seniors & Aged Care Commitment Regular - more than 6 months Type Of Work Companionship & Social Support,Seniors & Aged Care, Time Required Flexible hours between 9am and 4pm Regular visits for an hour fortnightly Training Online induction training. In-person orientation. Ongoing support.
