Life Stories Biographer Volunteer, Hammond at Home, Marsden Park NSW

Life Stories Biographer Volunteer, Hammond at Home, Marsden Park NSW
Marsden Park, Australia Posted on 09/23/2025

HammondCare is an independent Christian charity specialising in dementia care, palliative care, and rehabilitation, specialist mental health for older people and other health and aged services. Volunteer opportunities are available across NSW, ACT, SA and Victoria. If you don't see an opportunity in your area, please call or email .

As a HammondCare Biography Writing or Editing volunteer in Western Sydney your listening and writing skills will allow HammondCare community clients to record their stories, memories, and messages for loved ones.

We are seeking a caring volunteer to spend time with a vibrant woman who loves thoughtful conversations, trivia, and sharing her life experiences. With a background in aged care and office work, she brings warmth, humour, and a passion for human rights. If you love storytelling, laughter, and connecting with others we would love to hear from you!

• Record and transcribe clients' life stories, memories, and messages for loved ones using provided tools.
• Collaborate with clients to capture meaningful details and ensure accuracy and respect for their experiences.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to privacy and data protection policies.
• Arrange and conduct transcription and editing sessions as required, including evenings for transcription and a weekday for face-to-face interviews.

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word.
• Typing speed of 50 words per minute.
• Ability to work independently and problem solve.
• Own car to drive to the client's home.
• Willingness to learn new technology and software; experience with a Dictaphone and transcription software is preferred.
• Availability for a long-term commitment and up to 5 hours per week.

The transcription and editing process can occur in the evenings, while the face-to-face interview will occur on a weekday (Monday-Friday between 9am-4pm) for one hour.

When you submit your enquiry, please include details on why you're interested in volunteering.

Volunteering as a social visitor can be a rewarding experience, both for the person you visit and for yourself. Regular visits can help to improve quality of life and reduce isolation, bringing joy to the client you are matched with.

HammondCare is an independent Christian charity, supporting people to live in their homes and maintain their independence. We are committed to improving quality of life for people in need, with a strong volunteer program that enhances the lives of clients living at home.

18 years or older; National Volunteer Police Check arranged and paid for by HammondCare; one hour face-to-face interview (Monday to Friday between 9am-4pm); transcription can occur during evenings or weekends.