Your Community Needs You
Fraser Coast Hospice belongs to all of us. As one of Australia's fortunate few regions with our own hospice, we exist because local people like you believe everyone deserves compassionate, dignified end-of-life care.
That's where you come in....
Why Your Hospice Needs Volunteers
Every day, Fraser Coast families facing life's most challenging moments find exactly what they're looking for at our hospice. But this vital community service works so well because local people step up to help.
When you volunteer, you contribute to creating a peaceful environment where families can focus on what matters most: being together, saying what needs to be said, and supporting each other through the hardest of times.
How You Can Make a Difference
Whether you have a few hours a week or a few hours a month, there's a place for you at Fraser Coast Hospice. We have roles that use your existing skills and others where we'll provide all the training you need.
Housekeeping
Keeping the guest area clean and comfortable for clients and their families.
Front Reception
Greeting and directing visitors, answering the telephone and other reception duties.
Administration
Accounts and typing.
Kitchen
Preparing meals for clients.
Gardening and Maintenance
Assist to keep our grounds looking beautiful so that clients and their families enjoy their surrounds.
Fundraising
Helping us to raise the vital funds that we need to continue to offer our service to the community.
Pastoral Care
A specially trained team of volunteers providing emotional and spiritual support for clients and their families.
Courier
Deliver and pick up around the local area.
The Benefits of Volunteering with Us
When you volunteer at Fraser Coast Hospice, you're not just giving back. You're becoming part of something meaningful.
Our volunteers tell us that their time here:
- Makes a real difference to local families during their most vulnerable moments
- Has a positive impact on your community and supports essential community infrastructure
- Gives you a sense of achievement and purpose
- Helps you feel part of a community and builds lasting connections with like-minded people
- Improves your self-esteem and confidence
- Helps you share your talents and learn new skills through diverse volunteer opportunities
- Offers flexibility to contribute in ways that work with your schedule and interests
What our volunteers say...
"The most rewarding part of volunteering is being able to give back to a most wonderful team of people and the organisation who were there for me and my family at a time when we most needed some help."
Jen B
"I keep coming back because I remember how appreciative I was of the amazing hospice care given to my mother in her final days in Adelaide. I feel strongly that all people deserve the opportunity for hospice care should they wish it."
Suzanne H
"My experience as a hospice volunteer has been so positive and supportive. I've gained new skills both in the kitchen, and in admin/finance tasks with a kind, caring and cheerful team that make me feel so welcomed."
Richenda W
Ready to Get Involved?
All prospective volunteers attend an orientation session and undergo a police check prior to appointment. It's straightforward, and we'll guide you through everything.
Upcoming Volunteer Orientation Sessions:
Monday, 17 November 2025
Monday 19 January 2026
Monday 16 February 2026
Monday 16 March 2026
Monday 20 April 2026
Monday 18 May 2026
Monday 15 June 2026
Monday 20 July 2026
Monday 17 August 2026
Monday 21 September 2026
Monday 19 October 2026
Monday 16 November 2026
All sessions run from 10am to 1pm
Get Started Today
Call our Volunteer Coordinator on 07 4334 0030 to chat about how you can help, or use the form below to register your interest.
With thanks to Dan Filmer, who donates his time to capture and share the heart and soul of our facility and events.
