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Aging Services - Social Support
Enjoy new connections and experiences in your local area with our social support programs.
We work with people as they grow older and want to stay active, maintain their independence and enjoy life.
Find out more about our social support programs at unitingvictas.org.au
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Where we need support
Current Opportunities
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- Are you social, outgoing and love to chat? Or perhaps you prefer quiet afternoons, a cup of tea and a puzzle?
- Can you spare a few hours per week to make a difference in Jill's life? | Craigieburn
- Chat-a-ring! Phone based social support in Broadmedows
- Chat-a-ring! Phone based social support in Footscray
- Chat-a-ring! Phone based social support in Hoppers Crossing!
- Chat-a-ring! Phone based social support in Melbourne
- Community Connectors | Darebin and Moreland Council area
- Group facilitators and helpers needed for our Centre in Ivanhoe | Social Support | Ivanhoe
- Italian-speaker required to assist at the Linlithgow Centre | Ivanhoe
- Italian-speaking volunteer wanted! Cerchiamo volontari che parlano flue | Social Support | Reservoir
- Mandarin-speaking Social Support role in Thomastown
- Neighbourhood Cooks - Moreland
- Share a chat over refreshments with Doreen | Social Support | Lalor
- Share your love of the piano while supporting Margaret | Social Support | Reservoir
- Social Support | Epping
- Walks, coffee and lively conversation- Pascoe Vale! | Social Support
- Want to make a difference? Share coffee and a chat with Lynne | Social Support | Pascoe Vale
Child, Youth and Family Services - North West Metro and Wimmera
We work alongside young people to build coping skills and resilience to overcome life's challenges.
Helping young people to thrive.
Our programs support young people experiencing vulnerability, disadvantage and crisis.
We provide early intervention for at-risk youth to restore family unity to build trust and break the cycle of disadvantage.
We do this through:
- Youth mentoring
- School engagement program
- Summer camps
- L2P Driver Mentoring
By volunteering with us, you will become an important part of our team, helping to create positive change for people and communities.
Find out more about our programs at unitingvictas.org.au
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Community Wellbeing - North West Metro, Bendigo and Goulburn Murray
Every day, our services support individuals, families and communities across Victoria and Tasmania.
By volunteering with us, you will become an important part of our team, helping to create positive change for people and communities.
Find out more about our programs at unitingvictas.org.au
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Home Based Care - Western Melbourne
Foster care is sometimes challenging, but our carers say the rewards far outweigh the tough times.
A stable and caring home is the crucial first step for many young people as they recover from the effects of trauma, abuse and neglect. Evidence suggests that when young people are in a stable and caring home, they begin their journey to heal.
At Uniting, our Foster Care Program provides carers with the training and advice they need to support vulnerable children and young people in our community.
With over 100 years of experience bringing carers and children together, we'll support you in your journey to becoming a foster carer.
We welcome all types of carers. If you think you can support a child or young person, we would love to hear from you.
Provide the best possible care to a child or young person
Become a foster carer
Become a foster carer
Foster care is sometimes challenging, but our carers say the rewards far outweigh the tough times.
Evidence suggests that when young people are in a stable and caring home, they begin their journey to heal.
At Uniting, our Foster Care Program provides carers with the training and advice to support the care of vulnerable children and young people in our community.
With over 100 years of experience bringing carers and children together, we'll support you in your journey to becoming a foster carer.
We are always looking for more carers. If you think you can support a child or young person, we would love to hear from you.
Training and support
We provide specialised training and ongoing assistance so you can best support the children and young people in your care.
This support includes:
Comprehensive training on parenting approaches to support healing and skill development
Ongoing support, supervision and practical assistance from a designated case worker
Access to dedicated care team
After hours on-call service 
Access to respite care for your foster child when you need some extra supportHow do I become a foster carer?
Get in touchRegister your interest and we'll give you a call about becoming a foster carer.
Attend an information sessionLearn about becoming a foster carer and receive information to help you make an informed decision.
Complete accreditationTo ensure the safety of children in care, part of the assessment will include Health Checks, National Police Check, Working with Children's Check and a Home and Environment Check.
Attend Shared Lives Victoria trainingReceive information about fostering children and child safety as well as a range of comprehensive resources to support you throughout your foster care journey.
Home visits and assessment This involves interviews with you and everyone who lives in your home. A detailed assessment report is submitted to an approval panel for review. Once accredited, we will match you with a child or young person and provide you with ongoing support.
"The reward is seeing the children blossom, get on with their lives and smiles on their faces" - Maree
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, volunteering with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and Working With Children Check (in Victoria) and/or Working With Vulnerable People Check (in Tasmania) prior to commencement in any service or undertaking.
Op Shops - North West Vic
Putting people first.
Social enterprises are businesses with a social purpose. Their proceeds generate additional income for our services in local communities.
Our social enterprises include:
- Op shops - selling second hand clothing and goods
- Event catering - serving up food and training opportunities
- Corporate training and consulting - professional development for businesses who want to get better at caring for their consumers
- Austalian Disability Enterprises.
Giving back to local communities
Supporting social enterprises can be a great way to give back to your local community.
By volunteering with us, you will become an important part of our team, helping to create positive change for people and communities.
Find out more about our programs at unitingvictas.org.au
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Business and Social Enterprise
Uniting Early Learning
We know that children learn best while they're playing, so we're passionate about making learning exciting. We create imaginative, caring and playful learning experiences that inspire children to build positive relationships and skills for life.
Programs supported by Volunteers
Kindergarten
Nurturing confident and creative learners
Kindergarten should be a joyous experience filled with laughter, learning and exciting discoveries while preparing 3 and 4 year olds for their first year at school.
Your child will explore their sense of self and creativity in environments that are rich in art, music, numbers, and language.
Our structured learning environments pave the path to school by encouraging children to engage with their surroundings, respect other cultures, express themselves and connect with others.
Contact your local service to find out more - https://earlylearning.unitingvictas.org.au/find-a-service/
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, volunteering with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and Working With Children Check (in Victoria) and/or Working With Vulnerable People Check (in Tasmania) prior to commencement in any service or undertaking.
Child care
Positive, supportive early learning environments lay strong foundations for children to blossom later in life.
Your child's self-confidence and resilience will grow as they explore their creativity and express their individuality while they learn, play, and have adventures with friends in our nurturing environment.
Contact your local service to find out more - https://earlylearning.unitingvictas.org.au/find-a-service/
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, volunteering with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and Working With Children Check (in Victoria) and/or Working With Vulnerable People Check (in Tasmania) prior to commencement in any service or undertaking.
