Queensland Community Care Network

05/06/2026

Another week goes by and there are still many aged care residents across Australia with no family or friends to visit them.

Imagine spending most of your days alone, with only the occasional knock at the door from someone asking what you would like for lunch. No dedicated one on one time. No meaningful conversation. No friendly face dropping by just to see how you are.

For many older Australians, this is their reality.

The good news is that you can help change that.

By volunteering just one hour a fortnight through the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme, you can provide friendship, companionship and connection to someone who may otherwise experience loneliness and social isolation.

You do not need any special skills or experience. All you need to do is be a friend.

To find out more, send us a message or check out our current volunteer opportunities : https://www.volunteer.com.au/volunteering-organisations/4182/queensland-community-care-network

29/05/2026

💜 Volunteer Visitors Needed 💜

Could you spare an hour a fortnight to make a real difference in someone's life?

Queensland Community Care Network is seeking caring and compassionate volunteers to become Volunteer Visitors for older people living in aged care homes or receiving aged care services in the community.

Many older Australians experience loneliness and social isolation. A friendly chat, a shared hobby, a game of cards, a walk around the garden, or simply spending time together can brighten someone's day and create a meaningful friendship.

As a Volunteer Visitor, you can:

💜 Reduce loneliness and social isolation.
💜 Build genuine friendships.
💜 Share stories, interests and laughter.
💜 Make a lasting difference in your local community.
💜 Volunteer at times that suit your schedule.

No special skills are required, just a kind heart, a listening ear and a willingness to connect with an older person.

If you would like to learn more about becoming a Volunteer Visitor, we'd love to hear from you. Please send us a message today!

Queensland Community Care Network Inc. (QCCN) is a Queensland based not for profit organisation. We run a number of programs all focused on combating social isolation with the aged community. Our main program is the Community Visitors Scheme, where we manage a volunteer program of people visiting el...

22/05/2026

💜 Volunteers Needed in Bray Park 💜

Are you looking to make a meaningful difference in someone’s life?

We are currently seeking caring and friendly Volunteer Visitors in the Bray Park area to spend time with older people who may be feeling lonely or socially isolated.

Something as simple as a friendly chat, sharing a coffee, playing a game, going for a walk or simply spending time together can make a huge impact.

Volunteering is flexible, rewarding and a wonderful way to build connections within your community.

If you have a kind heart and a little spare time, we would love to hear from you.

To find out more about becoming a Volunteer Visitor, please contact us today 💜

https://www.volunteer.com.au/volunteering/201570/be-the-friend-they-ve-been-waiting-for-volunteer-visitors-needed-at-bray-park-

Nikki Boyd MP Ali France MP

15/05/2026

🗒️🖊️ YOUR WEEKEND TO DO LIST 🗒️🖊️

☐ Reply to emails
☐ Fold the washing
☐ Figure out what’s for dinner
☐ Pretend to enjoy exercising
☐ Become a Volunteer Visitor and accidentally become someone’s favourite person 💛

Being a Volunteer Visitor with QCCN is easier than assembling flat pack furniture and way more rewarding.

Just one visit can bring friendship, laughter, and connection to an older person experiencing loneliness. Sometimes the best thing you can give is your time.

Bonus points if you love chatting, listening to stories, drinking tea, or absolutely dominating at card games.

Send us a message to find out more today!

07/05/2026

This Sunday, we celebrate all the incredible mothers, grandmothers, step mums, foster mums and mother figures who have shaped our lives with love, strength and kindness 💐

To all the wonderful mums in our community, we are thinking of you and celebrating the stories, wisdom and love you continue to share.

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at QCCN 💛

01/05/2026

Did you know 👇
1 in 3 older people experience loneliness
Just one hour a week can make a meaningful difference
Regular visits can improve wellbeing and reduce isolation
And sometimes… you could be the only visitor someone has that week

All it takes is
⭐️A chat
⭐️A walk
⭐️A shared story

Volunteering is also proven to boost your own mood, reduce stress and give a real sense of purpose. And honestly, most of our volunteers say they get just as much out of it too!

If you have an hour to give, you can make a real difference

Message us to become a Volunteer Visitor 💛Or find out what roles are available today - https://www.volunteer.com.au/volunteering-organisations/4182/queensland-community-care-network

24/04/2026

🌟 Volunteer Visitors Needed in Bray Park 🌟

Make a real difference through the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme, a government funded program supporting older Australians who may be socially isolated.

We have a number of residents at a local aged care home in Bray Park who would really benefit from a friendly visitor.

If you have just one hour a fortnight to spare and enjoy a chat, this is a meaningful way to give back to your community.

We currently have a range of volunteer opportunities available, including:

• A male resident who enjoys talking about spirituality, near death experiences and the mysteries of life
• A male resident who loves a good coffee and a chat
• A female resident living with dementia who would enjoy a walking companion. This role would suit someone studying psychology or nursing
• Female residents who would love some company, a chat or a board game

And many more.

If you have been thinking about how you can contribute to your local community, we would love to hear from you.

Reach out for more information 💛
Email: [email protected]
Or follow the link for more information

https://www.volunteer.com.au/volunteering/201570/be-the-friend-they-ve-been-waiting-for-volunteer-visitors-needed-at-bray-park-

24/04/2026

There’s nothing quite as Australian as an ANZAC biscuit.

For many families, the recipe has been passed down through generations. Golden, oaty and full of history, these biscuits are more than a sweet treat. They are a connection to the past.

But have you ever wondered how they became such a national icon?

Long before World War I, similar recipes were already enjoyed in Australia, inspired by Scottish traditions. During the war, these biscuits took on new meaning. Baked by women across the country and sent overseas in care packages, they were designed to last long sea journeys without spoiling. Without eggs and made from simple pantry staples, they could travel for months and still arrive ready to eat.

They were first known as Soldiers’ Biscuits, and after the Gallipoli landing in 1915, they became what we now know as ANZAC biscuits.

Behind each batch was care, ingenuity and a deep concern for loved ones far from home. Groups like the Country Women’s Association, schools and community organisations spent countless hours baking and packing them into tins to keep them fresh on the journey.

Today, ANZAC biscuits are still baked, shared and even used to raise funds for veterans. A small tradition that continues to carry a big story.

Do you have a family recipe or a memory tied to ANZAC biscuits?

We would love to hear your stories.

Lest we forget.

17/04/2026

What if one hour of your time could change someone else’s entire life?

At Queensland Community Care Network, our Volunteer Visitors do just that.

A simple visit.
A shared story.
A moment of genuine companionship.

For older people experiencing loneliness, this can mean having something to look forward to again.

And for our volunteers, it often becomes just as meaningful.

New friendships.
A sense of purpose.
Knowing you are making a real difference in someone’s life.

You don’t need special skills. Just kindness, reliability, and a willingness to spend time with someone who needs it.

If you have been thinking about volunteering, this might be your sign.

Would you give one hour?

Find out more today - https://www.volunteer.com.au/volunteering-organisations/4182/queensland-community-care-network

19/12/2025

Merry Christmas to our wonderful QCCN volunteers and a very happy New Year.

As we wrap up the year, we just want to say a huge thank you to all of you. Your time, kindness and commitment bring so much joy and comfort to the people you visit, and it truly means the world.

From chats and laughs to walks and quiet moments together, every visit you make matters more than you know. We feel so lucky to have such a caring volunteer community.

Our office will be closed from Saturday the 20th of December and will reopen on Monday the 5th of January.

We hope you have a wonderful Christmas filled with good food, good company and some well earned rest. Wishing you a happy, healthy and relaxed New Year. We cannot wait to see what the new year brings together.

Thank you for being part of the QCCN community.

- The QCCN team