The Community Visitors Scheme (CVS) is a national programme funded by the Australian Government. The CVS aims to enrich the quality of life of residents of aged care homes who are socially isolated or lonely, and would benefit from a friendly visitor. The CVS also helps to establish links between people living in aged care homes and their local community. A community visitor is a volunteer who is matched with a resident of an aged care home, and visits them regularly.
What do community visitors do?
As a community visitor, you need to commit to visiting your resident friend at least once a fortnight. Visits should be spent doing something you both enjoy – you might want to read, listen to music, chat and reminisce, or watch a favourite TV program together. You may want to go for a walk together or have an outing. The activities you undertake will depend on the health of the resident.
Sharing your time and your interests with the resident will help them feel better about themselves and enjoy their life more.
Who will I visit?
QCCN will make every effort match you with a resident who shares with you a strong interest or long-standing hobby. It could be anything from gardening or tapestry to Australian Rules football. We want to ensure that you get as much out of befriending someone, as they will get out of your visits!
Will I receive training?
QCCN also provides training for all of its volunteers to ensure that they understand the needs of the elderly and have the skills to cope with issues that may arise. QCCN is available to assist you throughout your participation in the Scheme. In addition, we plan regular activities for our volunteers to meet each other, and you will receive the QCCN Newsletter.
Become a Community Visitor
If you would like to apply to become a Community Visitor, please
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Community Volunteers
