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Become a Community
Visitor
Community visitors are volunteers who set time
aside each fortnight, to visit and befriend a person living in an
aged care home, who may be experiencing loneliness or social
isolation.
The Community Visitors Scheme aims to enrich
the quality of life of residents of aged care homes who may be
socially isolated or lonely – whether for social or cultural
reasons, or due to disability.
By befriending an older person living in an
aged care home, you have a chance to make a difference to their
life – and to your own. The time you spend with your friend is
secondary to the regularity of your visits and you are welcome and
encouraged to visit more often if you
wish.
People of many cultural or varied backgrounds
are found in any community, including in aged care homes, and
therefore community visitors from all backgrounds are welcome.
There are elderly residents throughout Melbourne who would enjoy
spending time with someone they can relate to, or can speak with in
their first language.
Most people (including those living in aged
care) enjoy company, conversation and friendship. Community
visitors are excellent listeners and show a genuine caring,
interest and understanding of older people. Community
visitors can reduce the social isolation experienced by an elderly
resident and can act as an important link to his or her
community.
This is a very rewarding and positive role
that requires an ongoing commitment to make fortnightly visits for
at least one year.
New volunteers are assisted to complete a
screening and induction process. While Community Visitors
work independently, you will also receive continuous support from
your CVS coordinator and invitations to volunteer information and
social events throughout the year.
If you would like to become a Community
Visitor, please contact us and join our dedicated, friendly
team.
Register your interest now -
Download Registration
Form
View the Role
Description
Or phone Eliana or Julie on 03 9510
5877
Or email the coordinator
cvs@newhope.asn.au | 