Cups of Tea, Canines & Cosy Crafts! Community Social Volunteer Visitor
Glenning Valley, Australia | Posted on 02/24/2026
Are you someone who enjoys a relaxed chat, a love of dogs, and the comforting click of knitting needles?
A lovely elderly lady is looking for a friendly volunteer to pop in for a 30‐minute cuppa and chat on Wednesday, Thursday or Friday afternoons. She has a big heart and a lifelong love of dogs, sewing, and knitting, and would truly enjoy sharing stories, patterns, and maybe even a few dog tales with a kind companion.
Whether you're a fellow dog enthusiast, a crafting fan, or simply someone who enjoys good conversation over tea, your visit could make a meaningful difference to her week.
What she'd love:
* A friendly face and warm conversation
* Chatting about sewing and knitting projects
* A relaxed 30‐minute afternoon cuppa
Sometimes it's the smallest moments that mean the most. If you have half an hour to spare and a caring nature, this could be the perfect way to brighten someone's day — including your own.
Your impact
Volunteering as a social visitor can be a rewarding experience, both for the person you visit as well as yourself. Regular visits from volunteers can help to improve quality of life and help older people feel less isolated. Your visits will bring great joy to the client you are matched with.
HammondCare is an independent Christian charity, supporting people to live in their homes and maintain their independence. We're passionate about improving the quality of life for people in need and we have a wonderful group of volunteers that partner with us to enhance the lives of clients who are living at home.
HammondCare is a provider of The Aged Care Volunteer Visitor Scheme funded by the Australian Government and is established to promote links between elderly people and volunteers in their local community.
Further information
Thank you for expressing an interest in volunteering with HammondCare. We truly love connecting with people who want to volunteer with us. Our team will reach out with a phone call or text as soon as we can, and if we're unable to get through, we'll follow up with an email. Please check your spam or junk folder as well, as some email providers don't always recognise our messages right away.
If you have any questions, you can call Dani, our friendly Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator on 1800 79 33 99.
Requirements
* 18 years or older
* National Volunteer Police Check arranged and paid for by HammondCare
One hour visits for 6 months or longer. We'd be happy to discuss a suitable time on a Wednesday, Thursday or Friday afternoon.
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