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Learn how the scheme works and who is involved.
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Find out what's involved in becoming a volunteer.
Request a volunteer
Find out how to request a visit from a volunteer.
Resources
See our Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme resources.
Volunteer visitor stories
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Volunteer visitor stories – Peter and Jack
Peter volunteers to visit with Jack every week at his home. They open up about how Peter is helping Jack share his life story and the importance of their friendship to both of them.
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Volunteer visitor stories – Matilda and Annie
Matilda started visiting Annie as a volunteer 2 years ago and have been close friends ever since. They open up about the positive impact of spending time together and sharing stories.
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Volunteer visitor stories – Julia and Joan
Julia has visited Joan in her home as a volunteer every fortnight for the past 6 years. They open up about the importance of visiting LGBTQIA+ older people who may be isolated from their family or community.
Latest resources
Latest resources
Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme Webinar (ACVVS) – Webinar slides Frequently Asked Questions
This document details frequently asked questions from Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme Webinar (ACVVS).
Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS) – Webinar slides
In this webinar we give an overview of the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS) for Home Care Package Providers and residential care providers. The panel can answer your questions on the day, so you have all the answers you need to make the most out of this program.
Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS) A5 Flyer
This flyer outlines the role of the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme in supporting volunteers and recipients.
Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme National Guidelines
This document outlines the aims of the program and the roles and responsibilities of all parties to support program implementation. The Aged Care Volunteers Visitors Scheme (ACVVS) commences 1 July 2023.
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