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Life Stories Biographer Volunteer, Hammond at Home, Mount Druitt NSW
Mount Druitt, 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 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.
Turn back time with tales and tunes, help capture a lifestory worth sharing
We’re looking for a compassionate volunteer to visit a remarkable woman over 6 to 8 weeks and help document her life story. Originally from Sri Lanka, she’s a proud mother of three with a rich and fascinating history. She has lived in Germany, worked as a travel consultant, and holds a deep interest in faith, politics, and culture. She also has a soft spot for rock and pop music
Your visits will help transform her memories into a treasured keepsake for her and her family – a gift that lasts a lifetime.
Responsibilities
- Visit the client to collect stories, memories and messages for transcription and editing.
- Document life stories in collaboration with the client and interview times.
- Use transcription software and a Dictaphone as part of the process.
- Maintain respectful, confidential, and ethical engagement with the client and family.
Qualifications
- 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; transcription software and Dictaphone usage
- Availability for a long-term commitment and up to 5 hours per week
Logistics
- The transcription and editing process can occur in the evenings; face-to-face interview will occur on a weekday (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 for both the person you visit and you. Regular visits can help improve quality of life and reduce isolation. Your visits will bring great joy to the client you are matched with.
About HammondCare
HammondCare is an independent Christian charity, supporting people to live in their homes and maintain their independence. We are passionate about improving the quality of life for people in need and 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
Note:
- 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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