Make a Real Difference with a Simple Walk – Walking companion, North Turramurra
Based in Australia
Core
Accompany a resident with limited communication (post-stroke) on regular wheelchair walks in the local community to provide companionship, social connection, and enjoyment.
Role type
Volunteer walking companion
Builds
Social connection and quality of life for an elderly resident
Domain
Aged care / Community support
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Compassion, reliability, comfort engaging with older people, ability to engage with someone with limited communication
Preferred skills
Friendly attitude, positive outlook
Responsibilities
Take resident for regular wheelchair walks, provide companionship and social connection, help bring enjoyment and stimulation to the resident's day