Volunteers are central to the provision of Doncare’s Social Support program.
As a volunteer for a typical social activity, you would pick up between 1 and 3 participants from their homes, transport them to the venue, enjoy the activity with them, ensuring they are included in conversation, and then drive them home afterward. This allows a door-to-door social experience for participants, many of whom are well over 80 years old and all of whom find it difficult to get out and socialise.
May we encourage you to peruse the selection of activity groups outlined below to see which best appeals to you. Your commitment may be large or small; you have the option of using your own vehicle or a Doncare vehicle (depending on availability).
Volunteers receive training through a ‘buddy’ system when they commence and access to regular training courses for which expenses can be reimbursed. You will get to meet some amazing people – both participants and fellow volunteers. Apply online now.
All prospective volunteers are individually interviewed prior to program involvement and must undergo a police check, which will be arranged and paid for by Doncare.
For further information, contact Doncare’s Volunteer Coordinator or call 9856 1500.
SOCIAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY GROUPS
Group |
Venue |
Approx. Time including travel |
Frequency |
Monday Lunch Group
|
Local eateries and hotels |
Monday 11am –3 pm |
Fortnightly |
Carramar |
A local church hall |
Tuesday 10am – 3 pm |
Weekly |
Happy Wanderers |
Variety of venues |
Tuesday 10am – 3pm |
Fortnightly |
Light Walking Group
|
Local parks and cafes |
Tuesday 9am – 12 pm |
Fortnightly |
Tuesday Friends Lunch Group
|
Local hotels and RSLs |
Tuesday 11am – 3pm |
Fortnightly |
Chinese Walking Group |
A local church hall and a variety of parks |
Wednesday 9am – 12 pm |
Weekly |
Wednesday Lunch Group
|
Local hotels and RSLs |
Wednesday 11am – 3pm |
Fortnightly |
Wednesday 2 Lunch Group
|
Local hotels and RSLs |
Wednesday 11am – 3pm |
Fortnightly |
Café Perks |
Local cafes |
Thursday 1 pm – 4 pm |
Fortnightly |
Movie Group
|
Doncaster or Waverley cinema |
Friday 9am – 4pm (depending on movie time) |
Monthly |
Saturday Club |
Local hotels and RSLs |
Saturday 11.00am – 3pm |
Weekly |