The program provides

• A personalised service by the one-to-one matching of a Volunteer and Client
• Social support to older members of the community and younger people living with a disability who have little or no support

Volunteers
On joining the Program, Community Care Volunteers will be asked to:

• Complete an application form
• Provide details of two referees
• Undertake a Police clearance (free for volunteers)

Clients
On joining the Program, Community Care Clients will be asked to:

• Agree to be assessed for service
• Provide information about their needs and circumstances
• Sign an agreement to participate in the program

What kind of help is available?
The St John Community Care Volunteers’ assistance may include:

• Friendly home visiting and outings
• Help with shopping
• Regular telephone contact

(Additionally, carers have peace of mind knowing that their loved one is being supported by a caring volunteer while they take a few hours to have a break).

How is the Program funded?
The St John Community Care Program is funded both by Home and Community Care (HACC) and St John Ambulance Australia SA Inc. HACC is a joint Commonwealth and State/Territory Program providing funding and assistance for Australians in need.

Is there a cost involved to participate in the program?
Help available through the St John Community Care Program is free of charge to the client.

To contact our Community Care Program Coordinators click here.

 Download the Community Care brochure here 

 Download the Community Care Information Guide here - English version / Italian version / Vietnamese version