Looking for a Volunteer Visitor to Support You?
If you’re feeling lonely or socially isolated, Umbrella Community Care can connect you with a caring volunteer visitor through the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS), funded by the Australian Government. Our free volunteer visitor program is designed to support seniors from multilingual, multicultural, multi-faith, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds living in the Perth metropolitan and Peel regions.
By receiving regular visits from a matched volunteer who shares your language, culture, or interests, you can enjoy meaningful companionship that improves your wellbeing and reduces feelings of isolation. To be eligible, you must be receiving a home care package or living in a residential aged care facility.
Volunteers commit to visiting for one hour every fortnight, offering you consistent social connection and support in your own home or care facility.
“Having a volunteer visitor from Umbrella has made such a difference in my life. I look forward to our fortnightly visits where we share stories and enjoy time together. It’s helped me feel connected and valued again.”
— Mary T., Perth
How ACVVS works.
Umbrella Community Care receives funding from the Australian Government to deliver the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS) across the Perth metropolitan area and Peel region. This free community service supports seniors experiencing loneliness and social isolation by providing regular volunteer visits to enhance their wellbeing and self-esteem.
The ACVVS is specially designed for seniors from multilingual, multicultural, multi-faith, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds who are at risk of social isolation. Eligible participants must be living in the Perth metro or Peel region and either receiving a home care package or residing in a residential aged care facility.
If you or a loved one are feeling isolated and meet these criteria, Umbrella’s volunteer visitors can provide meaningful social connection and support. Contact us today to learn more about this valuable aged care program.
FAQ’s
Get answers for some of our most recently asked questions.
Is the volunteer visitor program free for seniors?
Yes, the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS) is fully funded by the Australian Government and provided at no cost to eligible seniors.
How often do volunteer visitors visit seniors?
Volunteers typically visit for one hour every fortnight, providing regular social connection and support to reduce loneliness and improve wellbeing.
How does Umbrella Community Care match volunteers with seniors?
We carefully match seniors with volunteers who share similar languages, cultures, interests, and local areas to ensure meaningful and culturally appropriate visits.
What activities can seniors expect during volunteer visits?
Volunteer visitors engage in activities such as friendly conversation, sharing hobbies, going on outings, or simply providing companionship tailored to the senior’s preferences and needs.
Who is eligible to receive a volunteer visitor through Umbrella Community Care?
Seniors from multilingual, multicultural, multi-faith, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds living in the Perth metropolitan and Peel regions who are at risk of social isolation, and who are either receiving a home care package or living in a residential aged care facility are eligible for the free volunteer visitor service.
How can I apply to receive a volunteer visitor?
To receive a volunteer visitor, contact Umbrella Community Care via the contact form below. Our team will guide you through eligibility checks and the next steps.
Are volunteers screened and trained before visiting seniors?
Yes, all volunteers undergo thorough police and background checks and complete training to provide a safe, respectful, and supportive experience for seniors.
Become a Volunteer Visitor.
Are you passionate about supporting seniors and helping reduce loneliness in your community? Join Umbrella Community Care as a volunteer visitor through the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS), funded by the Australian Government.
As a volunteer, you’ll commit to just one hour every fortnight to provide companionship and social support to seniors from multilingual, multicultural, multifaith, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds who are at risk of social isolation. You will be carefully matched with someone in your local area whose language, culture, or interests align with yours, making your visits even more meaningful.
Your regular visits can significantly improve their wellbeing, boost self-esteem, and help seniors feel connected and valued.
Volunteering with ACVVS is a rewarding way to give back, develop meaningful relationships, and make a positive impact in the Perth metropolitan and Peel regions. Training and ongoing support are provided to help you make the most of your volunteer experience.
If you’re ready to make a difference and brighten the life of a senior, get involved with Umbrella’s volunteer visitor program today!
Contact our
friendly team
Whether you are looking to receive regular visits from a caring volunteer or you’re interested in becoming a volunteer visitor yourself, we’re here to help. Please fill out the form below, and our friendly team will get back to you promptly.
