The Community Visitor Scheme (CVS) is a government funded initiative focused on eliminating loneliness & isolation for those living in aged care

All too often older people can be socially or physically isolated because of their geographic location or family circumstances.

For as little as an hour a for a fortnight you can help improve the life of an older person experiencing social isolation within the Salisbury, Playford, Gawler and Lower-Barossa Council areas. We offer ongoing training and fuel reimbursements to support you in your role as a community visitor.

Who can become a Community Visitor?

Anyone aged 18 – 100+ who is mature, empathic, kind, has good communication and listening skills and who is willing to provide friendship and social support to an older person or group of older persons living in residential aged care.

A National Police Clearance is necessary prior to beginning your CVS visits, this is at no-cost but please note that these checks can take 3 – 8 weeks to process.

For all further questions or information please contact: CVS coordinator Kate Lucas at manager@nvsa.org.au or by phone / text on 0420 851 547