Located on a sunny site on the corner of Stone Street is Elmslie House, providing rest home care. A change of address, not of lifestyle, is how they describe a person’s move into a Presbyterian Support Otago home. Residents continue to have personal choices – when to get up in the morning, go on outings, be involved in activities. Some residents would like more social interaction with people outside the home and are matched with a volunteer visitor. 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 you choose. It really makes a difference, helping residents stay connected and socially active. Residents love chatting and having a laugh with volunteers who bring a little bit of the outside world in with them, making conversation about things happening in the community, places you have been, and things you have done or noticed.
In this role you will:
Benefits residents experience when you socially engage with them:
Never underestimate the power of one volunteer hour! You will gain satisfaction from enabling residents to be as independent as possible, and contributing to their quality of life, and experience ‘helpers high’- a rush of euphoria and the release of endorphins that occurs when you volunteer!
The role would suit someone who:
A Police background check is required for this role.
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.
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Companionship
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