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| | | | | Volunteers transforming aged care Volunteers play a crucial role in the aged care sector, enhancing the lives of older individuals both in their homes and in residential settings. Their dedication and compassion contribute significantly to the wellbeing and quality of life of our elderly population. From providing companionship and assistance with daily tasks, to organising recreational activities and offering emotional support, volunteers are invaluable members of the aged care workforce. Join us in making a difference in the lives of seniors by volunteering your time and skills in this rewarding field. Here are just some of the current vacancies in the aged care sector within the City of Cockburn. For a full list please click on the button below. Social Outings Volunteer - Southern Cross Care
Can you help provide a gentleman at Frank Pendergast House with an opportunity to get out for a coffee, do a bit of shopping, and visit the local men's shed? Community Visitor Volunteer - Advocare
We are looking for people who can provide companionship, help overcome loneliness, and brighten the day of an older person in their own home or a residential aged care facility. Community Volunteer Visitor - People Who Care
Are you available to befriend an older person at risk of isolation and loneliness in the community? Volunteer Drivers - Volunteer Home Support
Drivers needed to assist clients to various locations in the metro area. Car Driver - Cockburn Care
Do you have a "C" Class Licence and have a passion for helping the elderly and people with a disability stay independent, for longer? | | |
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| | | Senior Centre superstar takes the win
Each year on Australia Day, the City acknowledges leading citizens who are role models in our community and who inspire others to make a contribution of their own at the Community Citizen of the Year Awards.
We're thrilled to announce that one of our incredible volunteers, Maureen Stevenson, was awarded the 2024 Community Citizen of the Year - Senior!
Maureen is the heart and soul of the Cockburn Seniors Centre in Spearwood and dedicates almost every day of her week to making a difference. Maureen goes above and beyond by actively encouraging participation in seniors' activities and promoting both the mental and physical wellbeing of those in our community.
Thank you, Maureen, for your outstanding commitment and passion! |
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| | | | | Is your nomination in? Help us celebrate Cockburn's volunteers by nominating someone you think is worthy of the award, today! There are $3,600 worth of prizes to be won! - Volunteer Organisation of the Year
- Volunteer of the Year
- Mayor's Volunteer Award (10+ years of volunteering)
Submit your nomination online before the close of business on Thursday 29 February 2024. For more information on the nomination guidelines, view them here. | | |
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| | | Discount cards are now available Good news! The 2024 Cockburn Volunteer Discount Cards are ready to order for local community groups, clubs and not-for-profit organisation volunteers. The Cockburn Volunteer Discount Program rewards our hard-working volunteers and encourages them to shop locally. | | |
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| | | Pop-up Volunteer Hubs We hold regular pop-ups at our libraries to keep our community informed about the benefits of volunteering and relevant opportunities in Cockburn. The pop-ups are there to answer any of your volunteering questions. - Wednesday 6 March, Success Library, 10am-midday
- Wednesday 1 May, Coolbellup Library, 10am-midday
- Wednesday 5 June, Spearwood Library, 10am-midday
We will also be at Coogee Live (9-10 March) so come down and say hello! |
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| 2024 WA Volunteer of the Year Awards The WA Volunteer of the Year Awards promote the value and important contribution of volunteering to the social, cultural, economic and environmental wellbeing of Western Australia and pay tribute to those volunteers who inspire and promote the spirit of volunteerism through their exemplary endeavours. Each year individuals, groups, community organisations, government or local business organisations are invited to nominate a special individual or organisation they believe is worthy of recognition for a WA Volunteer of the Year Award. Finalists from each category will be invited to the formal gala dinner presentation at The Westin Perth on Thursday 23 May 2024. If you know of any outstanding volunteers in the Cockburn community, please nominate them using the button below. Nominations close on Friday 8 March. |
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| | | | | The Step into Volunteering information sessions are free, informal workshops providing information on opportunities available, identifying skills you can bring to a role, and the rights and responsibilities of volunteers. Gain the confidence and knowledge you need to find a great volunteer role in Cockburn. Join us on Wednesday 21 February,
1-2 pm, Spearwood Library. Email to register: volunteering@cockburn.wa.gov.au |
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| Volunteer engagement planning |
| | Do you have a Volunteer Engagement Plan (VEP)? Volunteering WA are running an online course to help you refresh your VEP, ensuring your program is built on solid foundations and has systems and processes that flow. Your volunteers will feel safe, supported, and valued. The online course is on Thursday 29 February from 10-11am. |
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| | | | | Visit us and chat about Volunteering Strengthen volunteering in Cockburn by connecting, educating, supporting and valuing volunteers and volunteer organisations. The Cockburn Volunteer Resource Centre is open by appointment from Monday to Friday, 9am-4pm. Please call us on 9411 3490 to make a time to visit. | | Email us |
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