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Italian speaking volunteer is needed to contact/visit an isolated male resident located in Glen Waverley. The aim of the Community Visitors Scheme is for volunteers to develop a friendship with a resident who has become socially isolated.
Do you have some time to spare on the weekend? We are in need of a volunteer to open the village shop for 2 hours on a Saturday afternoon. Duties will include serving customers, ensuring the shop shelves are neat and tidy, and chatting to residents when they come into the shop. No heaving lifting or wheelchair pushing is required for this role. Saturdays 2.00pm to 4.00pm At Capecare we have a small shop run by a lovely team of volunteers. The shop sells small items
Skilled volunteers needed to teach how to use an IPAD to play simple games, Skype and access emails and Facebook. Patience is an important asset when assisting elderly residents to use their own IPADS more competently and to teach the basics to elderly residents with no IPAD skills.
Lena* has an interest in currents affairs, politics, nature, science and reading books of any genre. She is looking for someone to join her for walks and a trip to the local café. If you are a good listener and share her interests, don't hesitate to apply! *name changed.
You may be interested in a connection with Carmella*, who describes herself as personable, independent and resilient. She enjoys gardening, cooking, crafts and walking her dog. Connecting with *Carmella will involve regular phone calls to share lively conversation, and offer support to reconnect her with her community. *name changed.
Martin* has an interest in politics, history, playing chess and card games. He enjoys keeping up with world affairs, and would love to chat with someone who shares his interests. *name changed.
Farida* loves sewing, watching travel and cooking shows and listening to all types of music. She loves travel stories, so if you have some to share she'll gladly listen! Farida* speaks both English and Greek and while she describes herself as shy, she definitely comes out of her shell with the right person! *name changed.
You may be interested in connecting with Tracey*, who describes herself as positive, outgoing and humorous. She enjoys cooking, gardening, watching documentaries and English drama on TV, and her pet dog. Connecting with Tracey* may involve visiting at home, chatting over the phone, meeting for coffee and/or sharing a skill. *name changed.
You may be interested in a connection with Fatima*, who describes herself as easy going, welcoming and personable. Fatima* enjoys going for walks and visiting local shops. Connecting with *Fatima may involve visiting her at home, having a chat over the phone, meeting up for a coffee and/or sharing a skill. *name changed.
You may be interested in a connection with John*, who describes himself as happy, friendly, chatty and outgoing. John* enjoys AFL football and follows Geelong. John* also loves getting out for a walk most days and pottering around in the garden. Connecting with *John may involve visiting him at home, chatting over the phone, meeting for coffee and/or sharing a skill. *name changed.
You may be interested in a connection with Jing*, who describes herself as caring, easy going, polite and social. Jing* enjoys socializing with others, reading, using her IPad and mobile phone, listening to the radio, cooking and walking. Connecting with *Jing may involve visiting her at home, having a chat over the phone, meeting for coffee and/or sharing a skill. *name changed.
Bruce* is an outgoing and affable gentleman, who recently discovered he has Aboriginal ancestry, but is unsure how to learn more about this. He is also keen to connect with someone regularly for friendly chats and a game of cards. Bruce* would love a volunteer to visit him for some company and to help him explore his family history. *Name changed.
Christy* enjoys reading and has a particular interest in Greek literature. She loves watching old films on TV, walking, spending time in her garden and listening to music. Christy* loves the beach, especially as it reminds her of happy childhood days growing up in Greece. Christy* would like a volunteer to visit her at home in Moorabbin to enjoy some refreshments and stimulating conversation together. *name changed.
You may be interested in a connection with Joanie*. Joanie* describes herself as friendly, down to earth and honest. Joanie* loves a good laugh and a chat. Connecting with Joanie* may involve visiting her at home in Brighton East, or taking a walk to the beach. She loves getting out and about and would love to take you to the local cafe! If you are social and engaging and would like to help Joanie* reach her goals, apply now! *name changed.
You may be interested in a connection with Georgia*, who is a down to earth, practical and easy going lady. She enjoys going for a walk everyday, spending time tending to her many plants, nature, playing scrabble and doing puzzles. In the past she enjoyed craft and crochet. *name changed.
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