Volunteers
Join Our Volunteer Team at Garden Village
Volunteer with us
At Garden Village, volunteers are at the heart of what we do, bringing joy, connection, and support to our residents. Your time, skills, and passion can make a real difference in the lives of seniors. Whether you have a talent for entertaining, a flair for organising, or simply a desire to give back, there’s a role for you in our vibrant community.
Applications welcome year round.Â
Volunteers at Garden Village
The GV volunteer program is designed to create a vibrant, connected, and supportive community within Garden Village Aged Care and Retirement Living. This program brings together passionate volunteers who are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents, helping them stay active, engaged, and fulfilled. You can get involved in a variety of activities that cater to residents’ interests, encourage social interaction, and support their mental and emotional wellbeing.
Volunteer Requirements:
- Age Requirement: Open to individuals 16 years and older (or with parental consent).
- Background Check: Volunteers must undergo a background check to ensure the safety of residents.
- Training: Orientation, onboarding and emergency procedures.
- Commitment: Flexible hours; volunteers are encouraged to commit to 4 hours a week
Volunteer Roles
- Activity Volunteers: Help plan and facilitate fun activities like arts and crafts, gardening, music sessions, and movie nights that align with residents’ interests.
- Technology Guides: Teach residents to use digital tools for connecting with family, accessing entertainment on the SMARTBoards or Virtual Reality.
- Entertainers: share your talent with Garden Village monthly or weekly sessions available
- Op Shop Volunteers: work in the retail Op Shop a few hours a week
- Bus Drivers and Guides: Enjoy outings? Volunteers to drive the Garden Village BusÂ
Brett's Story
I have only been volunteering at Garden Village for the past 4-5 months since my mother passed in November of 2024 after being a resident for only 5 weeks. During her time at Wintergarden she quickly made friends and took part in all the activities and events available. During this time I would also sample some of the activities myself and felt I would like to help in some way that would benefit the residents and provide variety. Volunteering is very humbling when the residents look forward to your visits, show appreciation for you coming to spend time with them but also the positive and gratifying impact they have on me. It also means a sense of purpose and giving to those that may have been forgotten.
