Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS)

Hello Monique.

Hi.

How are you, Jack?

Fancy meeting you.

[Narrator] Across Australia, aged care volunteer visitors provide support, connection, and companionship to elderly recipients.

Ah, they’re beautiful.

You can put them in my hair.

[Narrator] Being an aged care volunteer visitor means being a regular visitor and friend. Visits can take as little as one hour, every two weeks, 20 times a year, and make the world of difference.

I've got it marked on the calendar. I know that on that date, on that time, you'll be coming through my door, where there might not have been another person come through my door since the last time you came.

Peter, to me, is a godsend. His being sent here as a volunteer has developed into quite a deep friendship.

[Narrator] Volunteering not only helps recipients, it's great for volunteers too. It gives you access to new perspectives and helps you feel part of a community.

I'm my happiest when I help people. This is extra special because we're helping each other through laughter and friendship.

Not only can you give back to the community, you will meet wonderful people.

Like me?

Yeah, like you!

[Narrator] We're looking for aged care volunteer visitors in your area. Go online and sign up today.