What: 1:1 1:1 visiting with an aged care home resident. Friendship, company and social engagement.
When: Once a week or fortnight on a day that suits you.
Where: Elmslie House, Stone Street, Wanaka.
Companion Visiting service is a lovely service. Volunteers visit elderly people, to spend time with them, have a chat, help with a small project (e.g. sorting photos), go for a walk with them or whatever both you choose.
Residents will love chatting and having a laugh with you as you bring a little bit of the outside world in with you, making conversation about things happening in the community, and sharing your own stories about travel, work or just everyday life!
Never underestimate the power of the volunteer hour. One hour of social engagement enriches the lives of older adults. Friendships and connections are important. Studies have found socially active seniors have higher satisfaction with life, are happier and have a lower risk of depression and anxiety.
There are many benefits of companionship:
Never underestimate the power of one volunteer hour, its rewarding and in return you will get a ‘helpers high’. Volunteering can lead to a rush of euphoria and the release of endorphins, this effect is known as ‘helper’s high’!
Located on a sunny site on Stone Street you will find Elmslie house which offers rest home care for up to 31 residents in a supportive community.
You must be friendly, reliable, trustworthy and have good communication skills.
Volunteers should have a natural interest in older people, have patience, a caring and respectful attitude and be happy working as part of a team.
As you will be stepping into the 'Home' of elderly people we take great care in who our volunteers are. All of our volunteers need to complete a Police Check and provide references. All volunteers will receive appropriate training and supervision for their role and will be required to sign a Code of Conduct.
one hour per week or fortnight.
Flexible, on day that suits you.
Weekly, or more if you have the time.