We are in need of volunteers who can speak the community languages of Vietnamese and Chinese for our Aged Care programs to visit residents in aged care facilities. As a visitor you would provide friendship and companionship to residents in the Bankstown/Padstow/Canterbury area who are experiencing social isolation and loneliness. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, visits with residents are currently via phone calls, letter writing and Zoom. You would visit your friend weekly or fortnightly on a one-to-one basis. The visits are friendly and relaxed and you may chat, talk about current news, reminisce, listen to music, play a board or card game, do crafts together.

Volunteer Requirements – • Caring and empathetic towards people with health issues • Enjoy spending time listening and talking with people • Mature approach and interest in people • Willing to visit regularly (weekly or fortnightly) • Able to commit to visiting for 6 months or more • Keep in regular contact with the volunteer coordinator • Over 18 years of age (over 16 years old may be considered)