Our Social Support Services programs keep older people connected to their communities.

By volunteering, you can make a difference to someone's life and help those who feel isolated. Social Support volunteering is great for people who love to chat and socialise, either one-on-one or in groups.

Some of the volunteer roles with our Social Support Services team include:

• Individual Support. Provide one-on-one support through home visits for chat or a cup of tea, or sharing a hobby like knitting or playing cards. Other activities can include taking someone out in the community for a walk, to the shops, a movie, or a café for a coffee and cake. Volunteers are individually matched to people for activities and in-home support.
• Bus Support. Assist people on and off the buses that pick them up from their homes to take them on social outings and activities. You'll provide social interaction on the bus and at the venue or destination, and may also assist with things like carrying food and beverages or helping to read a menu.
• Social Group Support. Help organise social group activities, set up the space, assist in the kitchen to make a meal, socialise and chat with the people at our social group events.

All Social Support volunteers must have an Aged / Children / Disabled / Vulnerable Police Check. We will arrange this at no cost to you. We also provide reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses.

If you have questions or want to join our Social Support volunteer team, email or call us on (02) 4227 7111.