Making a difference to our community

Volunteering brings people together; it builds communities and creates a better society for everyone.

At ECH our volunteers have provided tremendous support since ECH was established back in 1964.

Thanks to the ongoing commitment from over 130 volunteers, ECH has been able to offer our our clients and residents additional support and benefits such as increased independence and the opportunity of building long-lasting friendships.

In the lead up to National Volunteer Week in May we would like to thank and recognise a small handful of our volunteers for the vital work they provide.

Visit the ECH Facebook page to read more of our volunteer’s stories and see how we celebrated National Volunteer Week in May!

Barb volunteers on Wednesdays at ECH’s sessions at Cumberland Park. Barb’s kind, warm nature ensures everyone feels welcome the minute they walk through the door.

A skilled artist she helps in the art room as well as organising regular fashion parades with donated clothing. Barb recruits the models and comperes the event with true professionalism!

Recently, Barb instigated the wellbeing room where people can go if they prefer a quieter space for tea and a chat.

Thank you, Barb. You truly are a much loved and valuable member of our Cumby Crew!

Janine is an ECH resident and volunteers as part of the ECH Social Connections Reference Group. Her dedication and insightful observations are greatly appreciated.

Thank you, Janine for giving up your time and energy to help improve the experience for other residents who live in an ECH village.

Susan is an ECH Reference Group member and regularly attends ECH social activities. She goes above and beyond in her volunteering role to support both ECH staff and customers with varying tasks.

Susan is great at providing ideas on different ways of working and brings a fresh perspective on the way can ECH work by coming up with lots of positive ideas for change.

Thank you, Susan for being a valued volunteer. We really appreciate all the time and energy you put into your role at ECH.

(ANNE)

Anne volunteers at our Social Day Program in Smithfield. A valuable asset to the team, Anne is super helpful and is happy to help out with everything and anything – often without even being asked.

Sometimes it’s the small things in life that have the biggest impact and Anne’s positive and kindhearted nature makes a big difference to our customers and staff.

Thank you, Anne for all your support and kindness. We are extremely grateful to have you as part of our volunteer team.

Lyn goes above and beyond to support ECH programs. She brings energy and fun to our Tuesday Tune Ups group and provides a green thumb to our Social Day Program at Smithfield where she gets her hands dirty attending to their small outdoor garden.

The programs value her time and energy she gives so freely and she never asks for anything in return.

Thank you, Lyn, your dedication is very much appreciated.

Jenny kindly gives up her time to help with gardening activities at the ECH Social Day Program at College Grove.

She is new to the ECH volunteering team yet has already taken on many responsibilities in the way of supporting our customers to engage in fun and meaningful gardening activities.

She is open to trying new things and is extremely engaging, organised and motivated, which makes her a fantastic addition to the team.

Thank you, Jenny!

If you would like to learn more about volunteering opportunities at ECH, visit ech.asn.au/volunteering