Engaging Older Volunteers
Join the Seniors Volunteering Campaign: Empower Older Australians, Kenyans, and Ugandans to Make a Difference
Join the Movement – Become an Official Campaign Partner or download our FREE Engaging Senior Volunteers Resource Guide.
As a Refugee Run Volunteer organization Involving Organization, we invite you to become an Official Campaign Partner and help us drive the mission of empowering older people globally to contribute their valuable skills and experience where it's needed most.
Why Partner with Us?
By joining the campaign, you'll gain access to essential resources that will support your efforts to engage older volunteers effectively:
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A Comprehensive Guide: This guide provides practical advice and strategies for successfully integrating older volunteers into your programs.
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The Seniors Volunteering Marketing Kit: This kit includes everything you need to promote the benefits of senior volunteering within your community, both online and offline. please Join us below
Seniors Volunteering
UNCC Presents: The Joy of Giving – A New Chapter Through Volunteering
As we grow older, life may ask us to slow down... but what if the secret to feeling more alive lies in giving more of ourselves?
At UNCC (Universal Neighbourhood Community Care), we believe volunteering is not just an act of service — it's a path to deeper connection, purpose, and vitality.
Why Volunteer with UNCC?
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Share your wisdom and life experience
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Build new friendships and reduce isolation
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Discover new skills and passions
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Reignite your sense of purpose
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Stay active, engaged, and fulfilled
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Make a lasting impact in your community
UNCC Volunteer Impact Cycle
Below is a visual description of a cycle graphic you can use on your website, flyer, or presentation:
UNCC Volunteering Cycle – “Give, Grow, Connect”
1. 🌱 GIVE TIME & TALENT
Share your life experience, lend a hand, and offer support in local community initiatives through UNCC.
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2. 💬 BUILD CONNECTIONS
Meet new people, form friendships, and connect across generations and cultures.
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3. 🎯 GAIN PURPOSE
Feel valued, empowered, and fulfilled by seeing the impact of your contributions.
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4. 🧠 LEARN & GROW
Develop new skills, broaden your perspective, and stay mentally and emotionally active.
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5. 💖 ENRICH YOUR LIFE
Enjoy better wellbeing, reduced stress, and a renewed sense of community belonging.
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🔄 Back to Step 1 — Because the more you give, the more you grow.
🙌 Join the Movement Today
Whether you're newly retired, semi-retired, or simply searching for a way to reconnect, UNCC invites you to step into a new chapter of meaning and impact.
Your time, care, and presence are powerful tools for change — for yourself and for others.
📧 Contact us at: www.uncc.agency">contact@www.uncc.agency
🌐 Visit: www.uncc.agency
Engaging Older Volunteers
Resources for Volunteer Involving Organizations
Are you a Volunteer Involving Organization or Volunteer Manager looking to engage more seniors in your volunteer programs?
At UNCC, we understand the incredible value older volunteers bring with their wisdom, experience, and compassion. That’s why we’ve created a comprehensive Resource Kit to help you attract, support, and retain older Queenslanders and community members across our international network in Australia, Kenya, Uganda, and South Sudan.
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Outreach Tools to connect with older adults in your community
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Inclusive Communication Strategies to build trust and interest
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Role Design Templates that match tasks to different abilities and strengths
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Interview & Onboarding Guides tailored for senior volunteers
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Wellbeing & Support Resources to keep older volunteers active, safe, and fulfilled
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Tracking & Impact Tools to showcase the value of older volunteer engagement
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Cultural Inclusion Tips for working with elders across diverse communities
What’s Inside the UNCC Resource Kit?
Our 3-Point Engagement Strategy for Older Volunteers
Design Roles That Fit
Tailored Volunteer Role Suggestions
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Practical tips for designing meaningful roles suited to older adults' energy levels, interests, and abilities
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Examples of low-impact, high-value volunteer tasks
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Templates and checklists for inclusive role creation
Engage with Flexibility and Care
Engagement Strategies + Training & Support Materials
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Outreach tips to connect with seniors in your community
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Flexible shift suggestions for part-time or one-off volunteers
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Training guides to help staff understand older volunteers’ motivations
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Guidance on physical accommodations and emotional support
Create Inclusive, Respectful Spaces
Inclusive Practices
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How to build a welcoming culture that values senior experience
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Tips for intergenerational collaboration and mentoring
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Respectful onboarding and recognition practices
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DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) insights for multicultural senior volunteers
Design Roles That Fit
Let’s Work Together
Get in touch so we can start working together.
