Life Stories Biographer Volunteer, Hammond at Home, Merrylands NSW
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Life Stories Biographer Volunteer, Hammond at Home, Merrylands NSW
Merrylands, Australia | Posted on 04/28/2025
HammondCare is an independent Christian charity specialising in dementia care, palliative care, and rehabilitation, specialist mental health for older people and other health and aged services.
Volunteer opportunities are available across NSW, ACT, SA and Victoria. If you don't see an opportunity in your area, please call 1800 79 33 99 or email volunteer@hammond.com.au
Job Description
As a HammondCare Biography Writing or Editing volunteer in Western Sydney your listening and writing skills will allow HammondCare community clients to record their stories, memories, and messages for loved ones.
Ever wondered what stories a fireman, country music fan, and footy lover might have to share?
Join our Life stories program and spend 6–8 weeks visiting a remarkable man with a rich past. Once a fireman responding to road accidents and a lifelong love of country music. Originally from WA, now in Sydney, he enjoys football, lawn bowls, and the sounds of George Strait and Clint Black. Your time will help turn his memories into a lasting gift for his family.
Help Capture a Life Well Lived, One Story at a Time
Ideally, you'll have the following skills
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word
- 50 words per minute typing skills
- Ability to work independently and problem solve
- Own car to drive to the home of the Client
- Willingness to learn new technology and software. You will be using a Dictaphone and a transcription software program
- Availability for a long term commitment and up-to 5 hours per week.
The transcription and editing process can occur in the evenings, while the face-to-face interview will occuron aweekday (Monday-Friday between 9am-4pm)for one hour.
When you submit your enquiry, please include details on why you're interested in volunteering.
Impact
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.
HammondCare
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.
Further information
For more information about volunteering at HammondCare At Home, click the **apply** button below and our friendly Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator Dani will give you a call.
Requirements
18 years or older • National Volunteer Police Check arranged and paid for by HammondCare •
One hour face-to-face interview Monday to Friday between 9am-4pm and transcription can occur during the evenings or weekends.
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