Amitabha Hospice Service coordinates free compassionate support companionship to elderly, incurably ill and people of any age in their own homes with life limiting conditions across Auckland. As an Amitabha Support Companion you can make a valuable difference to someone’s quality of life with a weekly visit. This mahi aroha is very rewarding and a great way to give back within your own community.
Amitabha was founded on the Buddhist principles of kindness, equanimity and service and each client, volunteer and staff member is accorded equal respect and compassion with regard to their individuality and uniqueness as members of the larger universal human family. Amitabha is dedicated to developing and maintaining the highest quality of compassionate support in cooperation with other professional community services.
The Support Companion role involves visiting an assigned client in their own home, for a minimum of two hours each week on an ongoing basis. Visiting days and times are mutually agreed upon between the Support Companion and their client, as well as how the time is spent. Dependability and reliability are essential qualities for this role. Volunteer placements are based on client support needs and volunteer locations and Amitabha's small coordination team provide training and ongoing support.
Our next Volunteer Support Companion training course:
Wednesday, 4th March to Wednesday, 8th April 2026 (six consecutive Wednesday evenings)
From 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Amitabha Hospice Service in Avondale.
If you are interested in joining us in making a difference to peoples lives in our community please visit our website for more information and to apply - https://www.amitabhahospice.org/volunteer-application
Once we have received your application we will be in touch.
Amitabha Hospice Service coordinates free compassionate companionship and practical support to elderly and incurably ill people of any age in their own homes. The service is provided by specially trained and supervised volunteer support companions throughout the greater Auckland area.
Based on the Buddhist principles of kindness, integrity, equanimity and service, each family member and staff member is accorded equal respect and compassion with regard to their individuality and uniqueness as members of the larger universal human family. Amitabha Hospice is dedicated to developing and maintaining the highest quality of compassionate care in cooperation with other professional community services.
Our amazing volunteers come from all backgrounds and from all over the city (and the world) and are essential for Amitabha Hospice in providing support to many people in Auckland. Our small coordination team provides volunteer training and ongoing support.