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Volunteer for your career

For National Volunteer Week, we’re celebrating our volunteers and prove that the benefits of giving back go both ways.

National Volunteer Week

As part of National Volunteer Week, we want to highlight the importance of volunteering in the fight to end loneliness.

Getting creative sparks special moments for Mother’s Day

From virtual Pilates to a FaceTime brunch, Ela proves a bit of creative flair and innovation can lead to being someone for your Mum this Mother’s Day.

A day to remember: A perfect way to celebrate Mother’s Day

From a sleep-in right through to street serenades and a virtual dinner party, we’ve come up with a great way to celebrate with mum from afar this Mother’s Day.

Tips for being someone for mum this Mother’s Day

You may not be able to celebrate in person with mum this Mother’s Day, but here’s eight creative ways to make the moment count from afar.

Isolation and loneliness – a new concept for many

Kate's story shows us the reality of social isolation, and how being someone for someone makes a difference.

Answer the call for Let’s 5 Loneliness

Showing seniors we care is so important during these uncertain times, and we are delivering 1,000 reasons to smile.

1,000 Notes of Friendship

Showing seniors we care is so important during these uncertain times, and we are delivering 1,000 reasons to smile.

Gaming helps with social connection

Grandparents are encouraged to get in the game to fight loneliness virtually.

Tips to become more neighbourly

It’s never been more important to reach out to our community and neighbours. Follow this list of ideas and connect with your community.

How neighbourly are you?

You probably grew up singing Australia's unofficial yet internationally recognised anthem "Neighbours... everybody needs good neighbours", but have you ever stopped to ask yourself if you actually fit that description?

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