Volunteer

‘I always find I get more out of it than what I give.’  Marilyn – Volunteer since 2014

At Peninsula Home Hospice, our volunteers truly make an impact.

Initial training is provided with additional program specific training when required.

Come join our team and help create comfort, joy, and dignity for those we care for.

Why volunteer with us?

  • Volunteering with us will help you connect with your community and be part of a
    team.
  • You’ll be joining a high-quality service that has a meaningful impact on people’s lives.
  • You’ll learn about others, yourself and perhaps a few new skills along the way.

We welcome your interest in volunteering with Peninsula Home Hospice.  For further
information, please phone and ask to speak to the Volunteer Program Leader on 5973 2400.

 

Our next intake of volunteers is planned for 2026.

Not sure if being a Volunteer Companion is for you?

Check out the link to PCV ‘Volunteering in palliative care- Give it a go!’ via Youtube

https://youtu.be/JMURgtpuBao

or via PCV Palliative Care Victoria – Introduction to Volunteering

Volunteer

“Just as dying is part of the life of an individual, and part of the life and history of a family, caring for those among us who are dying is part of the ongoing life of the community”

– Dr Ira Byock 
Palliative Care Physician

The Red Hill Opportunity Shop

The Red Hill Opportunity Shop (RHOS) opened in 1983 and has a rich history with Peninsula Home Hospice. They are our longest-standing partnership and we are very grateful for their work.

The shop is located at 33 Mechanics Road, Red Hill, and open every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10am until 1pm.

As well as providing a hub for people to meet and a popular op shop, it has also donated
over $1.3 million to Peninsula Home Hospice since it began.

The RHOS has a wide variety of constantly changing goods for sale, and its pricing policies ensure that turnover is quick.  It is run with the expertise of any retail outlet and is one of the more endearing op shops that remain, having no paid employees.

New volunteers are always welcome, so if you can spare some time, the Op Shop would
love to hear from you. They do have a lot of fun! Donations are also welcome but not large items, electrical or baby goods.

Keep up to date via facebook.com/redhillopshop or email redhillopshop@gmail.com get in touch with them or join their mailing list.

Fundraising

PHH enjoys the support of a dedicated group of volunteer fundraisers who work within the community, raising money and awareness. We are always looking for new volunteers to assist in this area, below are some ways you can also support our fundraising efforts.

Mornington Auxiliary

President Annie Dunlop
P: 0417 518 768 
E: morningtonauxiliary@gmail.com

Auxiliaries were established 40 years ago (1985) throughout the PHH catchment to raise vital funds in the early days of the service. Mornington Auxiliary continues this legacy of Auxiliaries with 15 dedicated members. Click here for more information. 

Westernport Friends of Hospice – Mahjong

Contact : Meg Merton OAM P: 0409 832 090
The group meets every Thursday, 12-3:30pm at Red Hill Tennis Club. Come and learn to play, enjoy a cup of tea at the break with a friendly bunch. $10 donation per week, all proceeds go to PHH.

To find out more about fundraising, contact Bronwyn Braden on 5973 2400 or email fundraising@peninsulahospice.com.au.

Majong

Events

If you would like to attend or help at any of our events, subscribe to our News and Events Database here to ensure you receive our two newsletters per year and event updates.

Upcoming News and Events are here.

Community

Speaking Engagements

If you are a member of the community or a group interested in having us come along to
speak (at no charge), we would love this opportunity.

Donations in Kind

Are you a business that is happy to donate a service or product for our fundraising efforts?
We can provide you with a tax-deductible receipt for this item, under our DGR Status.

Hold a Fundraiser

If you are holding an event, and thinking of supporting us, please get in touch so we can support you. We would love to share what you are doing on our website and social media channels.

Sponsorship, Workplace Giving, Joint Promotions & Partnerships

PHH would love to work with a cross-section of our community, and is open to all ideas.
Our Community Engagement Officer is the best person to speak to, call 03 5973 2400
or email fundraising@peninsulahospice.com.au