About the Role

Wesley Aged Care Volunteer Visitors is a service that brings friendship, hope and companionship to older people who may be feeling lonely or socially isolated. We are looking for a caring and reliable volunteer to visit an elderly person in the Chatswood area and offer the gift of regular social connection.

For many older people, a friendly visit can become the highlight of the week. A warm smile, a shared cup of tea, a conversation about life, family, hobbies or memories can help someone feel seen, valued and connected again. This role is ideal for someone who is patient, compassionate and willing to build a genuine friendship over time.

Requirements:

• Aged 18 years and older

• Warm, patient, kind and respectful

• Comfortable spending one-on-one time with an elderly person

• Willingness to commit to regular visits (minimum one hour per fortnight)

• Minimum commitment of 12 months

• Completion of an interview process

• Successful National Criminal History Check

• Provision of referee checks

• Willingness to follow Wesley Mission policies, including confidentiality and professional boundaries

What You’ll Do

• Visit an elderly person regularly, usually once a week or fortnight

• Offer companionship through conversation, listening, shared interests, games, music, reading or a simple cup of tea

• Help reduce loneliness and support emotional wellbeing

• Build a meaningful and rewarding friendship that can brighten both lives

What You’ll Gain

• A meaningful way to make a heartfelt difference in someone’s life

• A genuine connection built on kindness, trust and consistency

• Flexible volunteering that fits into your lifestyle

• Training, guidance and ongoing support from our friendly team

No experience needed

You do not need formal experience to become a volunteer visitor. Wesley Mission will provide training, support and ongoing guidance. What matters most is kindness, reliability and a willingness to spend meaningful time with an older person. If you enjoy connecting with others and want to make a positive impact in your community, we’d love to hear from you.

Want to know more?

Hit Apply and send through an expression of interest to our team and we will get back to you within the week.

AT WESLEY, WE VALUE OUR VOLUNTEERS:

At Wesley Mission, our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. We value the time, compassion, and commitment our volunteers bring and recognise the important role they play in supporting older people and strengthening our community. In return, we provide training, guidance, and ongoing support to ensure you feel confident, valued, and connected as part of our team.