Life Stories Biographer Volunteer, Hammond at Home, Merrylands NSW
2 weeks ago
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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
-
Council of the City of Sydney, Australia HammondCare Full timeOverview Life Stories Biographer Volunteer, Hammond at Home, Marsden Park NSW Marsden Park, Australia | Posted on 09/23/2025 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...
-
Sydney, Australia HammondCare Full timeLife Stories Volunteer Biographer, Mason Residential Aged Care, Miranda NSW Miranda, Australia | Posted on 07/03/2025 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...
-
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia HammondCare Full timeLife Stories Volunteer Biographer, Mason Residential Aged Care, Miranda NSWMiranda, Australia | Posted on 07/03/2025HammondCare 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,...
-
Sydney, Australia HammondCare Full timeSerbian or Hungarian Speaking Community Social Volunteer, Hammond at Home NSW Cecil Hills, Australia | Posted on 09/09/2025 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...
-
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia HammondCare Full timeSerbian or Hungarian Speaking Community Social Volunteer, Hammond at Home NSWCecil Hills, Australia | Posted on 09/09/2025HammondCare 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...
-
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia HammondCare Full timeSerbian or Hungarian Speaking Community Social Volunteer, Hammond at Home NSWCecil Hills, Australia | Posted on 09/09/2025HammondCare 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...
-
Community Social Volunteer
1 week ago
Council of the City of Sydney, Australia HammondCare Full timeCommunity Social Volunteer (cards/board games), Hammond At Home, Winston Hills Winston Hills, Australia | Posted on 09/23/2025 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...
-
Customer Advisor Leave and Relief
17 hours ago
Sydney, Australia NAB Full timeCustomer Advisor Leave and Relief - Merrylands NSW - Job number: 802549 - Primary position location: NSW- Sydney inner - Category: Banking & Financial Services - Category: Retail/Consumer - Work type: Permanent Part time - Closing at: Aug 20 2025 - 23:55 AEST **Favourite** **Branch Customer Advisor - Banking - Merrylands NSW** - Are empowered to make a...
-
Community Social Volunteer
3 weeks ago
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia HammondCare Full timeCommunity Social Volunteer (Polish/Ukrainian Speaking), Hammond At Home, BirrongBirrong, Australia | Posted on 04/28/2025HammondCare 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...
-
CONNOR Christmas Casual
1 week ago
Sydney, Australia Connor Clothing Pty Full timeCONNOR Christmas Casual - Merrylands, NSW CN-132 CONNOR MERRYLANDS, SHOP 2041 STOCKLANDS MERRYLAND, MERRYLANDS NSW, New South Wales, Australia Posted Thursday 18 September 2025 at 2:00 pm Join the Connor Crew this Christmas! Connor is gearing up for the busiest time of year across Australia and New Zealand, Christmas! Connor is fast paced but dedicated...
