Volunteer for Benetas Aged Care

The spirit of Benetas

Benetas volunteers come from all walks of life – from retirees with a passion for enriching the lives of older people, businesses with a social conscience, to teenagers who want to do something meaningful with their free time.

Why volunteer with Benetas?

Volunteering your time to help others is one of the most generous gifts you can give. As a volunteer with Benetas you will be extremely important in the improving the qualiof many older people, especially those who are frail or unable to leave home.

What’s in it for you?

Our volunteers are often a little surprised by how much they get out of their experience. Mainly, it’s a positive feeling and a sense of satisfaction that comes from helping others. Some of the other benefits include:

Learning new skills
Making friends
Contributing to the local community
Learning from our elders
Having fun

Interested? Become a volunteer.

Above and beyond

Stephen Lavery is the recipient of the inaugural Benetas Volunteer of the Year Award. Stephen has dedicated 10 wonderful years to Benetas as a volunteer and currently spends 14 hours each week at Benetas Colton Close nursing home in Glenroy. He is responsible for running three exercise groups, one men's group, two music groups and provides companionship to several male residents on a one-to-one basis. Stephen has been commended by Benetas Colton Close staff for his caring attitude, devotion to the residents and for being an all-roung "great guy."