Volunteer
Make a senior smile.
Give back to your community and make a change in both your own life and somebody else’s.
Weekly Packing Bee
Pack, chat and spread warmth.
Join us in packing Shabbat packages for over 250 seniors in 25+ facilities across Melbourne. The packages bring a taste of Shabbat, bring back warm memories, and help seniors feel appreciated and connected to our community.
- Every Wednesday, 7:00–7:45pm
- Location confirmed after booking
- Come by yourself, bring a friend, or make it a family activity
One-on-One volunteering
Become a Grandfriend.
Our Grandfriend program pairs a volunteer and a senior with a common interest, so a real friendship can grow. These ongoing friendships create a sense of meaning and purpose for both the giver and the recipient.
- 18+ years old
- Weekly or fortnightly visits, for a minimum six-month commitment
- Interview, police check, onboarding and induction
More ways to help.
Tell us what interests you on the volunteer form and we’ll be in touch.
One-on-One visits
Including the Holocaust survivor visitation program.
Schools and youth groups
Collaborations that bring students and seniors together.
Bar and Bat Mitzvah
Create packages and cards, and visit the seniors.
Corporate and packing
Corporate volunteering, the Packing Bee and package delivery.
The One-on-One visitation program is proudly funded by the Australian Government, Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS).
The Holocaust survivor visits are kindly funded and supported by Bindy and David Koadlow.