💚🤍❤️Parli Italiano? Meraviglioso! I Aged Care Visitors I ACVVS Hawthorn, VIC

Can you make a difference to an Italian-speaking resident?

Brighten someone’s day and make a meaningful difference to their wellbeing through our Coffee & Chat Program. These friendly one-on-one visits help residents feel connected, valued and supported.

We’re looking for warm, compassionate Italian-speaking volunteers to spend time with our wonderful Italian residents – sharing conversation, stories, culture and connection in a language that feels like home. 🍝🤌

If you’re a St Vincent’s kind of person who cares deeply about others and has a little time to share, we’d love to hear from you. Your conversation could brighten someone’s entire week.

What You’ll Do:

• Enjoy a chat over a cup of coffee
• Spend time together in the gardens
• Share stories and life experiences
• Read or chat in Italian
• Play cards or work on puzzles
• Listen to their favourite music

Why Volunteer?

• Flexible visits to suit your schedule
• Create meaningful moments for seniors

Many aged care residents experience loneliness and social isolation. Over 40% of people in aged care don’t have regular visitors. By volunteering just one hour a fortnight, you can make a real difference. You’ll be matched one-on-one with a resident who would value your friendship and companionship. Your visit could brighten their day and help them feel more connected.

Program Details:

• Dedication: Our special volunteers are people who would like to visit their new friend at least 20 times or more over a twelve-month period (about one visit every two to three weeks or more).
• Requirements: Must be over 18 years old, pass a NDIS check (provided and paid for by us) and be available to visit consistently.

Ideal Volunteers:

• Speak Italian (preferred for specific residents)
• Female volunteers preferred for specific residents
• Exhibit care and compassion for the elderly
• Calm and patient demeanour when spending time with residents living with Dementia
• Have good communication skills in both Italian and English
• Are committed and punctual

What You’ll Gain:

• The chance to form long-lasting, meaningful friendships
• Be part of a friendly team with a strong community spirit
• Experience the joy of enriching the lives of others

Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re looking for a role where you can truly connect with others and enrich your community, apply to join our Coffee & Chat Program today. Help us combat loneliness and bring a sense of belonging to those who need it most.

Equal Opportunity We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.