Do you live near central Adelaide and want to enrich the lives of seniors in your community? Southern Cross Care is looking for enthusiastic and compassionate volunteers to support our residents across various locations. We'll assign you to your closest site to make volunteering convenient and impactful!

Our Central Adelaide Residential Care homes include Bucklands, Carmelite, Fullarton, John Paul II, Labrina Village, Lourdes Valley Lodge, The Pines Lodge, and Myrtle Cottage (Respite Care). 

What Can You Help With?

Your time and companionship can bring immense joy and connection through a wide range of activities:

• Language-Specific Engagement: Engage with residents in their native language, fostering cultural connection and conversation.
• Men's Group: Facilitate discussions and activities tailored to our male residents.
• Whiteboard Games: Lead fun and stimulating whiteboard games to encourage mental engagement.
• Concerts: Assist with setting up and supporting residents during musical performances and concerts.
• Sensory Games: Help residents engage in activities that stimulate their senses and promote well-being.
• Garden Walks: Enjoy leisurely strolls with residents in our beautiful gardens, appreciating nature together.
• Happy Hour: Create a lively and social atmosphere during our happy hour events.
• Arts and Crafts: Unleash your creativity and assist residents with various art and craft projects.
• Friendship: Offer one-on-one companionship, sharing stories and building meaningful connections.
• Bingo: Call out numbers and enjoy a cheerful game of Bingo with our residents.

About us

Southern Cross Care has provided quality aged care and retirement living services to our community for more than 55 years. We offer residential aged care, support at home, health and wellness, respite and retirement living services across South Australia, the Northern Territory and Victoria.

We believe that every person has the right to experience a good quality of life and that no matter where you come from, life can always be better. That's why our vision is to support members of our community to be Better for life.

We’re always looking for people who will be the difference in the lives of our residents and clients, and are committed to supporting our staff and volunteers to share in our vision. 

Ready to Make a Difference?

Make a difference today! Apply now and bring joy, comfort, and connection to our residents as a cherished part of the Southern Cross Care community.