Peaceful Companionship Amidst Nature Community Aged Care Volunteer Role

Peaceful Companionship Amidst Nature Community Aged Care Volunteer Role – Somersby

Connecting locals with one on one social visits

We are seeking a local to visit a lovely elderly female client living in Somersby, who values meaningful connection, calm conversation, and shared time in peaceful environments.

She enjoys gentle outings and relaxed activities that centre around nature, reading, animals, and quiet moments together.

What the visits may include:

• Visiting her home in Somersby for friendly companionship and conversation
  
• Gentle walks around the property, garden, or nearby nature areas
  
• Visiting local nurseries, quiet parks, or botanical spaces
  
• Talking about or observing plants, animals, and the natural world
  
• Reading together, sharing books, or discussing stories
  
• Enjoying a relaxed coffee at a local café
  
• Going for scenic drives, including coastal or bushland views
  

Visits are weekly or fortnightly, offering unrushed, one‑on‑one time focused on presence, companionship, and shared interests.

This community aged care role is ideal for someone who enjoys slowing down, appreciates nature and gentle conversation, and values creating a calm, supportive connection.


Your impact

Volunteering as a social visitor can be a rewarding experience, both for the person you visit as well as yourself. Regular visits from volunteers can help to improve quality of life and help older people feel less isolated. Your visits will bring great joy to the client you are matched with.

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HammondCare

HammondCare is an independent Christian charity, supporting people to live in their homes and maintain their independence. We're passionate about improving the quality of life for people in need and we have a wonderful group of volunteers that partner with us to enhance the lives of clients who are living at home.

HammondCare is a provider of The Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme funded by the Australian Government and is established to promote links between elderly people and volunteers in their local community.


Further information

Thank you for expressing an interest in volunteering with HammondCare.

We truly love connecting with people who want to volunteer with us. Our team will reach out with a phone call or text as soon as we can, and if we’re unable to get through, we’ll follow up with an email.  Please take a moment to check your spam or junk folder as well, as some email providers don’t always recognise our messages right away.

More information on volunteering with HammondCare can be found at www.hammond.com.au/volunteer

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If you have any questions, you can call Dani, our friendly Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator on 1800 79 33 99.

Requirements

18 years or older • National Volunteer Police Check arranged and paid for by HammondCare •

One hour visits for 6 months or longer. We'd be happy to discuss a suitable time Between Monday to Sunday 9am to 5pm for an hour or so visit.