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The Aged Care Volunteer Visitor Scheme (ACVVS) is a government funded program aiming to reduce loneliness and increase social support and connectedness of older people in the community. Volunteers are matched with an older person based on location, interests and backgrounds to provide regular visits.
Job Responsibility:
Provide regular contact to a local socially isolated older person
Commit at least one hour per fortnight, for at least 6 months, to providing companionship and friendship
Conduct face-to-face visits or other communication methods
Customize visits with activities such as conversation, listening to music, walks, gardening, games, or theatre
Requirements:
Must be over 18 years of age
Must undergo a National Police Check during orientation
What we offer:
Orientation, induction and insurance provided
Personalized, ongoing support from a Project Officer