Seeking a compassionate and caring Community Visitor for a Dutch senior

1 day ago


City of Melbourne, Australia SEEK Volunteer Full time

Provide companionship during fortnightly friendly visits. Visits may be spent talking or sharing in a simple leisure activity together. Your regular visits can make a real positive difference in the life of this lady - reducing her isolation and improving wellbeing.

A volunteer who speaks Dutch or English would be perfect for this role.

We ask volunteers to commit to weekly/fortnightly visits for at least 6 months however, this is an ongoing role and we hope to support your friendship for as long as possible.

- Minimising the social isolation experienced by an elderly person through the provision of companionship and support on a regular basis through weekly/fortnightly visits.
- Acting as a link between the elderly resident and their respective community.Encouraging the independence and self-esteem of the recipient.
- Increasing the recipient's participation in activities and facilitate interaction within the aged care facility or community when appropriate.

Companionship & Social Support , Seniors & Aged Care

Suitable for

Skilled Volunteers

Commitment

Regular - more than 6 months

Training

Volunteers receive training, orientation and ongoing support

Time required

Flexible.Minimum of 1 hr visit weekly/fortnightly at a time that suits you and the older person.

Reimbursement

Partial travel reimbursement may be applicable

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