Volunteer and Make a Difference in Our Residents' Lives

5 days ago

Oaklands Park, Australia Southern Cross Care (SA, NT & VIC) Inc Full time

Are you looking for a rewarding way to give back to the community? Our residents would love to engage with volunteers like you, who bring a wide range of skills and life experiences to enhance their lifestyle program.

As a volunteer, you’ll have the opportunity to help shape a variety of activities designed to boost our residents' health, well-being, and happiness. Staff and volunteers work hand-in-hand to create meaningful experiences for all.

**What can you assist with?**
- Crafting and Art Groups
- Social and Chat Groups
- Gardening and Walking Clubs
- Special Activities, including assisting with wheelchairs
- Companionship: Coffee chats, garden strolls, reminiscing over photo albums
- Entertainment: Concerts, live shows, and events
- Pet Visits
- Beauty and Nail Therapy

We want to hear from YOU Share your skills and experiences with us, and help create memorable moments for our residents.

**Time Commitment**:
If you’re available on Fridays and can dedicate a few hours, know that it is deeply appreciated and will make a positive impact in the lives of those around you.

**About Southern Cross Care**

Southern Cross Care has provided quality aged care and retirement living services to our community for more than 55 years. We offer residential aged care, support at home, health and wellness, respite and retirement living services across South Australia, the Northern Territory and Victoria.

We believe that every person has the right to experience a good quality of life and that no matter where you come from, life can always be better. That's why our vision is to support members of our community to be Better for life.

We’re always looking for people who will be the difference in the lives of our residents and clients, and are committed to supporting our staff and volunteers to share in our vision.

**Make a lasting impact today - Volunteer and bring joy to our community

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