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The Gift of Being There: Friendship for an Elderly Lady in Bayview -Be Someone She Looks Forward to Seeing.

For many older people, friendship becomes harder to find as the years go by. A warm and gentle woman living in a retirement village in Bayview would love the company of someone to share life's simple moments with. She enjoys a cup of tea and a good chat, gentle walks around the village, and following her favourite NRL teams on television.

A familiar face, a listening ear, and shared conversation can mean more than words can say. The kindness of regular visits can bring comfort, connection, and something special to look forward to.

Just one hour each week or fortnight could help turn an ordinary day into a brighter one, over a cuppa, a stroll, and the beginning of a meaningful friendship.

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 people feel less isolated.

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HammondCare

HammondCare is an independent Christian charity and we're passionate about improving the quality of life for people in need. We have a wonderful group of volunteers that partner with us to enhance the lives of elderly people.

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 https://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 •

We'd be happy to discuss a suitable time during the week-

Monday to Sunday

Flexible times: anywhere between 9am and 5pm

30 minutes to 1 hour per visit