Care Home Companionship Volunteer
Elder Care Volunteers
- Form lasting connections with older adults to reduce loneliness
- Engage in activities like chatting, games, and assisting staff
- Flexible hours, one hour per week commitment, on-site orientation
Found 30 Seniors & Aged Care volunteer opportunities in Christchurch, Canterbury and the surrounding areas
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Social Outings Driver's Assistant
Age Concern Canterbury managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Work one-on-one with students via video conference
- Teach foundational reading and writing skills, commitment of 2 hours/week
- Friendly, patient, analytical, passionate qualities needed; tech skills required
Volunteer Van Assistant
Presbyterian Support managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Assist in transporting older clients to and from Day Programmes
- Clear communication skills with clients, some with dementia
- Minimum 3-month commitment, experience with older people preferred
Windsorcare
Windsorcare managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Assist residents with housie, crafts, reading, and meals
- Provide companionship and social support to seniors
- Long-term commitment, training provided for volunteers
Walking Companion
Windsorcare managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Accompany residents for walks in complex, gardens, and parks
- Includes residents in Specialised Care Unit; training provided
- Commit at least 2 hours weekly for a minimum of 3 months
Pianist
Windsorcare managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Entertain elderly residents with music from 1940's-60's
- Play on pianos within residential care facility
- Commit to regular weekday sessions, at least once a fortnight
Day Programme Volunteer
Presbyterian Support Upper South Island managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Assist with structured activities for older people
- Help with exercise, games, quizzes, and social interactions
- Responsible for dining setup, serving, and household tasks
Foot Clinic Nail Cutter
Neighbourhood Trust managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Perform foot spa, nail cutting, and foot massage
- Require nurse training or nail care qualification
- Regular commitment on Monday mornings for about 4 hours
Games & Good Times Champion
Nazareth Care Charitable Trust managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Engage in fun activities like Bingo and Hoy games
- Bring smiles and laughter to residents in aged care community
- Flexible commitment, 3-4 hours per week, training provided
Garden Buddy
Nazareth Care Australasia managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Maintain vibrant and welcoming gardens for residents and visitors
- Engage with residents and contribute to their well-being
- Flexible role requiring 3-4 hours per week commitment
SeniorMac Volunteer
St Albans Community Centre managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Support seniors with Apple devices at St Albans Community Centre
- Volunteer on Wednesday and Friday mornings for 2 hours
- No teaching experience required, just willingness to help seniors
Van Assistant
Presbyterian Support Upper South Island managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Assist Van Driver in transporting clients to Day Programmes
- Clear verbal and non-verbal communication skills essential
- Morning or afternoon shifts available, English fluency required
Property and maintenance person
Abbeyfield Wigram Inc managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Perform minor repairs and proactive maintenance planning
- Coordinate tradesmen for repairs in a 7-year-old facility
- Contribute to the wellbeing of 14 older residents in community
Health and safety officer
Abbeyfield Wigram Inc managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Oversee fire safety, injury prevention, and incident reporting
- Monthly reporting to the board and working with elderly residents
- Access to email and phone required; health and safety experience preferred
Care Home Companion
Elder Care Volunteers managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Form lasting connections with older adult residents
- Tasks include chatting, games, and assisting with activities
- Long-term commitment of at least 6 months, police vetting