AddressVolunteers have many skills and life experiences that can help our residents to engage in our leisure and lifestyle programs, with activities that suit their interests and boost their health and well-being.
Leisure and Lifestyle volunteers may like to assist with:
- Crafting groups
- Mens chat group
- Social groups
- Gardening groups
- Special activities, including using wheelchairs to assist residents
- Companionship such as chats over coffee, garden walks
- Entertainment and concerts
- Pet therapy
- Beauty and nail therapy
If you have any skills or experiences that you think would benefit our residents, we want to hear from you!
Time commitment
We are happy to work with all volunteers to set up the most suitable days and times for you. Any amount of time you can give, whether it’s a few days a week or a few hours a month, is valuable for our community and much appreciated.
About Southern Cross Care
Southern Cross Care has provided quality aged care and retirement living services to our community for more than 55 years. We offer residential aged care, support at home, health and wellness, respite and retirement living services across South Australia, the Northern Territory and Victoria.
We believe that every person has the right to experience a good quality of life and that no matter where you come from, life can always be better. That's why our vision is to support members of our community to be Better for life.
We’re always looking for people who will be the difference in the lives of our residents and clients, and are committed to supporting our staff and volunteers to share in our vision.
Requirements
Regardless of the role or location, all volunteers require;
- A current National Police Certificate for the Purpose of Aged Care or be willing to obtain one
- Evidence you have received the current Flu vaccination
- Evidence you have received a minimum of 3 vaccinations against COVID-19
