Volunteering with Palliative Care ACT is a deeply rewarding way to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people living with a terminal illness. By giving your time, presence, and compassion, you offer comfort, dignity, and human connection when it matters most. Many of our volunteers say the experience brings a profound sense of purpose, personal growth, and gratitude for life.
As a volunteer, you’ll be supported every step of the way and become part of a caring, values-driven community. You’ll gain valuable skills in communication, empathy, and emotional awareness, while knowing that your contribution truly matters to clients, families, and carers.
What you’ll gain from volunteering
- A strong sense of fulfilment from supporting people at the end of life
- Meaningful and rewarding one-on-one connections with clients in their homes, aged care facilities, palliative care facilities or through life story writing
- Ongoing training, education, and support from experienced coordinators and fellow volunteers
- Opportunities for personal reflection, growth, and increased emotional resilience
- The chance to be part of a compassionate, respectful, and supportive team
What we ask of our volunteers
We look for people who bring warmth, empathy, patience, emotional maturity, and a sense of humour, and who are willing to listen, respect confidentiality, and work as part of a team. A commitment of at least four hours per week for 12 months helps ensure continuity and meaningful relationships for our clients.
All volunteers require a current Working with Vulnerable People registration and a primary COVID vaccination or approved medical exemption.
How to get involved
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Palliative Care ACT. We are not currently recruiting new volunteers. Please check back later or follow our social media for future opportunities.
“It’s the tangibles and the relationships you establish, and the connections you make to people, that is the really rewarding thing” – Sarah, volunteer.
