Aged Care - Walking Companion - Erina or Woy Woy
Advertised by Volunteering Central Coast
HammondCare invites enthusiastic volunteers to help older adults embrace the outdoors, stay active, and feel deeply connected to their local community. This rewarding role allows you to share the simple joys of walking, fresh air, and friendly conversation while making a meaningful difference in someone’s day.
Requirements & Qualities:
- A genuine enjoyment of connecting with older people in a friendly, supportive manner.
- A love for being outdoors and sharing that experience with others.
- Warmth, patience, and reliability.
- Ability to walk with residents safely and support them during gentle exercise activities
What You’ll Do:
- Walk alongside residents, clients, or patients in a supportive and friendly way, encouraging movement and engagement with their surroundings.
- Assist with gentle outdoor exercises or light stretches under the guidance of allied health staff.
- Foster social connections and conversations that enrich both your life and the lives of those you meet.
- Provide feedback to the Volunteer Coordinator or care staff about activities, sharing observations and suggestions.