At Chronos Care we are very appreciative of our wonderful volunteers who come in and spend time with residents. Even the smallest amount of time offered is valuable and volunteers can be individuals, couples, friends or families and of any age. As a volunteer you will be welcomed into our Chronos Care family, giving you the opportunity to be part of a vibrant and social community, make some new friends and experience the diverse personalities of our residents.
Importantly our volunteers really enjoy the experience and find it very rewarding. In fact our golden rule is that you must have a great time! This is always helped if you participate in an activity that is related to a hobby or interest of yours but don’t worry; we have plenty of program ideas too!
Below is but a sample of activity concepts for you to consider:
- Bingo – If you enjoy mustering a crowd and whooping them up this is for you!
- Book Reading – Your choice of short stories, novels or topics meaningful to individual residents
- Coffee/Tea & Chat – Join the residents for morning tea or take a walk to the coffee shop
- Craft – Small group or one on one with clay, fabric, cardboard or foliage
- Crosswords & Quizzes – Endless opportunity for you to play!
- Dominoes – A simple and nostalgic game that will rekindle memories for residents
- Footy Tipping – Run our resident tipping competition and get people involved and engaged
- Gardening – We have a range of gardening options, Veggie Beds, Planters and Pots to work in
- Jigsaws – A one on one activity with different levels of difficulty to suit everyone
- Musical Recital – Great for kids learning an instrument and developing their self confidence. Only a few minutes playing would still be appreciated
- Newspaper Reading – Very straightforward but wonderfully engaging for a small group
- Photography – Be our official resident photographer at functions. Enhance resident self-esteem and send pictures to their families
- Piano Sing-along – If you can play the piano or other instrument we will sing along
- Playing Cards & Board Games – There are always residents keen to play cards and scrabble etc.
- Short Walks – Take a stroll around the local streets with a resident or two
- Wood Work – If you can prefab a simple job residents will enjoy the assembly
As you can see there is no end to activities that engage, stimulate and provide enjoyment for the residents. As long as you are enjoying yourself, they will be too! Chronos Care’s volunteer program provides you with all the help you need and care staff assist during the sessions to manage and encourage residents as required. We have lots of resources or you may prefer to use your own.
Our Public Liability Insurance covers volunteers but the law requires us to complete a Police Check for you (if you are aged over 18).
If you would like to volunteer, please submit your details below and we’ll be in touch.