Volunteer Companion – Make a Difference in an Older Person's Life

Organisation: Ashfield Baptist Homes (ACVVS Program)

Location: Inner West, Southwest and Southwest Sydney

Time Commitment: Approximately 1 hour per week or fortnight

Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community?

Ashfield Baptist Homes is seeking compassionate volunteers to join the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS). Our volunteers provide friendship and companionship to older people who may be experiencing loneliness or social isolation.

As a Volunteer Companion, you'll be matched with an older person based on shared interests, hobbies, culture, or language. Whether it's having a chat over a cup of tea, going for a walk, playing a game, or simply spending time together, your regular visits can make a lasting impact.

What You'll Do:

• Visit an older person on a 1 hour a fortnight

• Build a meaningful friendship through conversation and companionship

• Help reduce social isolation and improve wellbeing

• Share interests, stories, and experiences

What We're Looking For:

• Friendly, caring, and reliable individuals

• Good communication and listening skills

• Respect for older people from diverse backgrounds

• No previous experience required

What You'll Gain:

• The opportunity to make a genuine difference in someone's life

• Meaningful community involvement

• Ongoing support from the Ashfield Baptist Homes team

• New friendships and rewarding experiences

• Volunteer Gift card awards

• Christmas Dinner & Easter Lunch Invites

All volunteers will go through a National Police Check (paid by ABH), training, orientation, and ongoing support will be provided.

If you have a little time to spare and would like to bring connection and companionship to an older person's life, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help make sure no older person feels alone.