Connect with seniors in regional Coffs Harbour through engagement, connection and lasting relationships in community driven activities that enhance social, emotional, mental and economic wellbeing.

Active Communities Together (ACT) Program volunteers will:

• connect with seniors through initial and repeated door to door visits and community events

• provide information and connect to services that provide support in reducing the cost of living

• provide information about upcoming activities that engage people and reduce social isolation

• survey participants

• support connection and engagement in community gardening, walking groups, board game activities etc

ACT Program Volunteers will need:

• A friendly approach with ability to connect with others

• Good communication skills with the ability to share information and maintain confidentiality

• Respect the individuality of seniors treating them in a caring, non-judgmental and respectful manner

• Ability to follow instructions, actively encourage and support all forms of participation

• Basic tech skills required to navigate google forms on mobile phone

• Support Mission Australia purpose and values and work in accordance with policies and procedures