• Remote Only
• Category: Seniors & Aged Care
• Types of work: Companionship & Social Support, Seniors & Aged Care

Do you enjoy sharing stories and having a conversation on the phone? Our Chat-a-Ring program supports older people who are socially isolated or find it a bit difficult at times to get out and about. We’re looking for Volunteers who are compassionate, good at listening and have the ability to connect with people over the phone.

• South Melbourne Victoria
• Category: Community Services
• Types of work: Driving & Transportation, Food Preparation & Service

Give back to your local community by providing food and material aid! Emergency Relief aims to assist people experiencing disadvantage in obtaining short-term and critical support in the form of food vouchers, food parcels, clothing, and other material aid. Get out on the road and make food deliveries to consumers in a COVID-safe manner.

• Pascoe Vale Victoria
• Category: Seniors & Aged Care
• Types of work: Companionship & Social Support, Seniors & Aged Care

You may be interested in a connection with Tom*, who has been described as chatty, an 'ideas man', thoughtful and open minded. Tom enjoys watching tv, especially AFL (Essendon fan). He also enjoys listening to golden oldies music and likes horse racing. *name changed.

• Blackburn South VIC, Burwood VIC, Burwood East VIC, Forest Hill VIC
• Category: Community Services
• Types of work: Companionship & Social Support, Safety & Emergency Services

We are currently seeking compassionate, vibrant and caring people to join our team of Community Workers. Our Community Workers are the first people to meet and assist individuals and families who are experiencing personal and financial difficulties. Community Workers complete a recognised training course, available in seven online sessions, together with on-site mentoring.

• Mulgrave Victoria
• Category: Seniors & Aged Care
• Types of work: Companionship & Social Support, Seniors & Aged Care

You may be interested in a connection with Sophia, a lady who has been described as upbeat, intelligent and social. She enjoys reading, socialising with family, watching Greek shows, documentaries and movies. She also has an interest in current affairs. *name changed.

• Blackburn South Victoria
• Category: Seniors & Aged Care
• Types of work: Companionship & Social Support, Seniors & Aged Care

You may be interested in a connection with Cathy*, who describes herself as friendly, easy going, happy and someone who generally likes a laugh. Cathy enjoys crocheting rugs, doing word puzzles, keeping up to date with current affairs and watching news and cooking shows. In the past she was an avid gardener. *Name changed.

• Albion Victoria
• Category: Seniors & Aged Care
• Types of work: Companionship & Social Support, Seniors & Aged Care

You may be interested in a connection with Annette*, who has been described as friendly, chatty, even tempered and easy going. She enjoys spending time with her pet dog, watching animal shows and documentaries on tv and listening to golden oldies music. *name changed.

• Delacombe Victoria
• Category: Seniors & Aged Care
• Types of work: Companionship & Social Support, Seniors & Aged Care

You may be interested in a connection with James*, who was described as friendly and open minded, and having a good sense of humour. James also mentioned that he sometimes feels anxious and depressed. He enjoys playing games on his tablet, working in his workshop and watching crime shows on TV. *name changed.

• Pearsondale VIC, Rosedale VIC, Sale VIC
• Category: Community Services
• Types of work: Driving & Transportation, Food Preparation & Service

Join a passionate team of volunteers to assist vulnerable people through our Emergency Relief program. Emergency Relief Team Members assist with the packing and distribution of food, general operations support and maintaining the work environment.

• Remote Only
• Category: Community Services
• Types of work: Companionship & Social Support, Seniors & Aged Care

Explore a different country each week, sharing your knowledge and experiences, and learning something new. Uniting seeks volunteers who can host a fortnightly TeleLink call on Tuesdays from 1-2pm and whisk participants away to foreign countries with their storytelling abilities. Telelink is a telephone support program which connects small groups across Melbourne.

• St Albans Victoria
• Category: Seniors & Aged Care
• Types of work: Companionship & Social Support, Seniors & Aged Care

You may be interested in a connection with Elena*. She has been described as friendly, with a brilliant sense of humour. She is very family orientated, enjoying spending time with her children and many grandchildren. Elena also enjoys listening to Maltese music and watching tv shows like Judge Judy and Doctor Phil. *name changed.

• Braybrook Victoria
• Category: Seniors & Aged Care
• Types of work: Companionship & Social Support, Seniors & Aged Care

You may be interested in a connection with Christine*, who has been described as thoughtful and kind, although she can be a little shy upon first meeting. She enjoys going out, pottering in the garden, listening to radio, and watching action movies or AFL football on TV. *name changed.

• Doveton Victoria
• Category: Seniors & Aged Care
• Types of work: Companionship & Social Support, Seniors & Aged Care

You may be interested in a connection with Veronica, who has been described as easy going, funny, friendly and charismatic. She enjoys watching movies, reading the bible, knitting, pottering in the kitchen and playing with her golden retriever dog. Connecting with *Veronica may involve visiting her at home, having a chat over the phone, meeting up for a coffee and/or sharing a skill. *name changed.

• Brunswick VIC, Melbourne VIC
• Category: Community Services
• Types of work: Education & Training, Tutoring & Coaching

Join a passionate team working together to support people seeking asylum in Melbourne. The Asylum Seeker Welcome Centre (ASWC) works with the most vulnerable asylum seekers living lawfully in the community while they await the outcome of their claims for protection. The ASWC provides community meals, foodbank, English classes, a gardening program, computer classes, music group, employment services, and brief interventions in addition to a host of seasonal programs.

• Ararat VIC, Ballarat VIC
• Category: Seniors & Aged Care
• Types of work: Companionship & Social Support, Seniors & Aged Care

If you’re interested in connecting with older people who are socially isolated, we’d love to hear from you! We’re looking for Volunteers who are creative thinkers and committed to supporting people live their best lives. Volunteers who can support older people with their goals around staying independent, healthy and connected to their community.