The WSCA aims to provide an accessible, inclusive and supported social environment for Wakatipu residents aged 60 years and over. Our volunteers are pivotal to the success of our service, and we consider them to be part of our association.

 

VOLUNTEER ROLES

Our kitchen volunteers help on a Friday preparing, serving and enjoying the regular Friday lunch. Driver volunteers assisting with transport for outings, and drive our van to collect members who need transport on a Friday.

These roles are voluntary – unpaid – however lunch is always included.

These roles are valuable to us as they assist us to create a wonderful atmosphere for members and guests. We appreciate our volunteers!

 

EXPECTATIONS

We welcome volunteers who communicate well with older people; have the ability to be a good listener, and are patient and respectful. We prefer folks who are comfortable in the kitchen and having a background in hospitality is advantageous.

Help with Friday lunches consists of cleaning up coffee/tea cups and providing new ones, reheating and serving food, cleaning away and washing dishes, cleaning the kitchen, as well as enjoying lunch and, time permitting, a cup of tea/coffee with members.

There will always be someone else to help you, usually another volunteer plus a committee member. If you are suddenly unable to volunteer, please let the manager/coordinator know as soon as possible so we can arrange an alternative.

Other roles include accompanying Manager/Coordinator on outings arranged for the members.

During these times you will be invited to join with lunch paid for by the WSCA.

 

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

The manager/coordinator will, where possible, arrange your roster up to two weeks before the date, but in emergencies may ask up to a day beforehand.

We will always be on hand to help you should you need it.

We will always provide you with lunch during your volunteer duties.

We are open to suggestions and feedback.

 

Facilities/location:

Rooms are situated at 10 Memorial Street opposite the Playing Fields, first floor.