Volunteers at St Vincent's Hospital Brisbane focus on enhancing our care beyond our clinical environment. We look for small opportunities where we can make a real different for our patients - often through companionship and conversation.
Menu Companion Volunteers assist patients with making their menu selection for the following day. With the use of an ipad you will guide patients through the menu selection process while also having a chat and taking as much time as needed. We welcome our Menu Companion Volunteers to stay and chat with patients after the menu selection has been completed.
Our Hand Massage Companions offer a gentle touch hand massage. No experience is required as it is more about offering companionship and conversation during the massage and being present with our patients.
Hand Massage Companion
Menu Companion
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