Parli Italiano? Your Friendship Could Brighten Someone's Day
Core
Provide weekly one-hour visits to older people in the community to reduce social isolation through conversation and companionship in Italian.
Role type
Social Volunteer (Community Support)
Domain
Social Services / Elderly Care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Italian language, empathy, active listening, patience
Responsibilities
Visit older residents weekly or fortnightly, engage in conversation, share stories and laughter, provide companionship