Volunteer at Onkaparinga Lodge Residential Care

Healthy ageing is all about good quality of life, and we know to deliver this for our residents requires a vibrant lifestyle program.Volunteers have many skills and life experiences that can help our residents to engage in the lifestyle program, with activities that suit their interests and boost their health and well-being.Staff and volunteers work together to shape a lifestyle program that offers the best for our residents.Depending on the Residential Care home and demand from residents, Leisure and Lifestyle volunteers may be able to assist with:

• Crafting groups
• Social groups
• Gardening groups
• Walking groups
• Special activities, including using wheelchairs to assist residents
• Companionship such as chats over coffee, garden walks and reminiscing over photo albums
• Entertainment and concerts
• Pet therapy
• Beauty and nail therapy

We want to hear from you! Let us know if you have any skills or experiences that you think would benefit our residents.Time commitmentWork 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 CareSouthern 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.RequirementsRegardless 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 Influenza Vaccination
• Evidence you have received three vaccinations against COVID-19