Care Corner Volunteer Hub
Opportunities in Woodlands
*Tutor for Secondary 3 Student
Fei Yue Family Service Centre @ Champions Way
Role Description
Provide Secondary 3 Math, Science and Malay tuition to a 15yo male student
Once a week for 1.5hr, after 4pm (either weekday or weekend)
Location may be either indoor or outdoor
Volunteer Requirements
Minimum age: 21
Past tutoring experience preferred, especially in Math, Science and Malay subjects
Proficient in both English and Malay
Able to commit once a week for 1 year (Jan-Nov 2023)
Weekly for 1 year
Weekday or Weekend
1.5hr after 4pm
Woodlands

1 volunteer tutor needed

Claire:
claireong@carecorner.org.sg
Angeline:
66901009
angelinevoon@fycs.org
Admin Assistant
Sree Narayana Mission
Role Description
Assist staff with data entry, creating posters/flyers, and any adhoc duties
Note: Training will be provided
Volunteer Requirements
Minimum age: 18
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint
IT savvy
Attire: Smart Casual
Weekly for 3 months
Every Wednesday & Thursday, 9:30am - 12pm
861 Woodlands St 83

2 volunteers needed

Joshua:
joshuatong@carecorner.org.sg
Calvin: 84490900
calvin.tan@snm.org.sg
Art & Craft Instructor
Sree Narayana Mission
Role Description
Design and propose Art & Craft programmes for seniors that is easy to follow
To be conducted every Tuesday afternoon for the seniors on-site at Woodlands Senior Care Centre
Comfortable teaching a class of 7-10 seniors aged 65 and above
Types of art & craft may include: Decorative, functional, fashion arts etc
Volunteer Requirements
Minimum age: 18
Preferably experienced/qualified in designing/conducting Art & Craft programmes, or trained in Art Therapy
Fully vaccinated and boostered according to government recommendations
Attire: Smart Casual
At least 6 months
Every Tuesday, 2pm-3pm
861 Woodlands St 83

1 volunteer needed.
Open to conduct the session with a small group of volunteers.

Joshua:
joshuatong@carecorner.org.sg
Befriender for Seniors
Pacific Activity Centre Treegrove @ Woodlands
Role Description
Befriend frail and homebound/isolated seniors
Assist staff with increasing outreach
Volunteer Requirements
Age: 18 to 59
Bilingual and able to speak Dialects is a plus
Mature and able to genuinely show care & concern
Regular, at least 3 months
Weekdays
Woodlands

4 Volunteer Befrienders needed

Champion Kids Mentor
Singapore Anglican Community Services (SACS); Grace Light Springs; Light of Christ Church Woodlands
Role Description
Provide tuition to K2 - Sec 4 children every Saturday
Mentor the youth and be a positive role model
Encourage healthy self-esteem and build self-confidence in the children
Timings
Every Saturday,
11am - 1pm: Secondary sch students
2pm - 5pm: K2 & Primary sch students
Volunteer Requirements
Preferably experienced in teaching children (e.g. current or ex-teachers)
Able to handle oneself in a professional and mature manner
Willing to travel to onsite location (Christ Church Secondary School)
Enjoys interacting with children
Regular, at least 3-6 months
Every Saturday
- 11am-1pm
- 2pm-5pm
Woodlands

8 Volunteer Mentors needed!
- 5 for Sec sch students
- 3 for Primary sch students

Claire:
claireong@carecorner.org.sg
Steven:
steven@lightofchrist.sg
Content Creator: Programme Team
Total Wellness Initiative Singapore (TWIS)
Role Description:
Curate, design and plan wellness-related programs alongside the TWIS team and partners
Plan, produce and publish marketing collaterals for the various programs
You'll be able to express your creativity and build facilitation skills, project management skills etc while working on these programs
Bring your creativity, organisation and designing skills!
Sign up if you are keen to gain a deeper understanding into the wellness space and contribute to creating positive change in helping more youths access practical knowledge to improve their mental well-being.
Volunteer Requirements
Minimum age: 17
Proficient in English (Mandarin is a plus)
Attend an online/call briefing
Regular, at least 3 months
Twice a week, 2-3hrs
Woodlands / Online

No limit of volunteers needed

Claire:
claireong@carecorner.org.sg
Sharmain:
91388823
sharmainchin@gmail.com
Content Creator: Wellness Researcher/Writer/Designer
Total Wellness Initiative Singapore (TWIS)
Role Description
You may choose to be a Wellness Researcher or Writer or Designer (your choice!) and actively work alongside us and our partners to:
support research and content creation in the wellness space
develop content for collaboration and campaigns
(i) Wellness Researcher:
Conduct in-depth research on wellness-related topics to develop original content
Provide write-ups on current and forthcoming wellness-related content while gaining a deeper understanding of wellness and its future trends
Identify audience's needs and recommend new content to address gaps in the TWIS current content
(ii) Wellness Writer:
Develop content for blogs, articles, social media, and the TWIS website based on completed curated research
Develop strategies that will increase reader engagement by: using SEO to increase traffic and creating compelling headlines and body copy that will capture the attention of the target audience (this includes proofreading content and editing and polishing existing content to improve readability)
(iii) Wellness Designer:
Develop, create and share attractive social media content like graphics, videos, and other forms of content (using platforms like Canva) to capture audience attention
Volunteer Requirements
Minimum age: 16
Proficient in English (Mandarin is a bonus)
Attend an online/call briefing
Regular, at least 3 months
Once a week, 3hrs
Woodlands / Online

No limit of volunteers needed

Claire:
claireong@carecorner.org.sg
Sharmain:
91388823
sharmainchin@gmail.com
Cooking Assistant
Sree Narayana Mission
Role Description
Shop for groceries when required
Follow healthy recipes and prepare ingredients for soup-making with other volunteers for the senior beneficiaries
Befriend and engage with seniors after cooking
Volunteer Requirements
Minimum age: 18
Have interest in cooking
Required to attend 1 full-day food hygiene training and pass the test
Attire: Smart Casual
Alternate Saturdays for 6 months
Bi-weekly Saturdays, 9am-12pm
861 Woodlands St 83

5 volunteers needed

Joshua:
joshuatong@carecorner.org.sg
Calvin: 84490900
calvin.tan@snm.org.sg
Dialysis Centre Volunteer
National Kidney Foundation (NKF)
Role Description
Lend a helping hand to the nurses by:
Assisting patients to their dialysis chairs
Taking patients' weight and blood pressure
Wheeling patients on wheelchair to designated public transport area
Important Note:
Compulsory to attend a 1-day in-person training
Volunteer Requirements
Minimum age: 16 (by date of birth)
Fully vaccinated, including booster dose
Does not suffer from eczema
Willing to don N95 mask at the dialysis centres
Able to attend a compulsory 1-day in-person training
Comfortable standing for the entire duration of the volunteering shift
Physically fit; might be required to perform duties that require some physical strength
Able to commit at least 2 months and perform at least 8 shifts (You may choose to perform 1 or multiple shifts on the same day)
Regular, at least 2 months
3 shift timings:
- 6:30am to 8am
- 11am to 1:30pm
- 4pm to 6pm
Woodlands

2 volunteers per shift

Claire:
claireong@carecorner.org.sg
Calvin:
calvin.wye@nkfs.org
Door-Knocking Befrienders
Sree Narayana Mission
Role Description
Conduct door-to-door outreach to befriend and chat with seniors and introduce them to the centre's services.
Conduct surveys and gather data.
Volunteer Requirements
Minimum age: 18
Able to converse in English and a Mother Tongue (Chinese/Tamil) or Dialects
Ad hoc for 3 months
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 2pm-5:30pm
Woodlands

20 volunteers needed

Joshua:
joshuatong@carecorner.org.sg
Calvin: 84490900
calvin.tan@snm.org.sg
Health Advocate @ Woodlands Polyclinic
National Healthcare Group Polyclinics (NHGP)
Chronic conditions do not show obvious symptoms in the early stages. It is essential for individuals to take charge of their health, to go for regular screening to detect any health conditions and manage them early.
Health advocates promote preventive screening programmes and encourage positive health behaviour among patients, loved ones and the community.
Volunteer Role Description
Promote preventive screening programmes
Giving out screening kits (e.g., Faecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) kits & assist with sign-up
Provide thematic health education (at the booth or on foot)
This could be shared during the screening as we explain the role for health advocate to volunteers.
Volunteer Specifications & Additional Information
Bilingual (Spoken English and another language or dialect), relevant training will be provided.
Minimally age 17 years old and above (by the year of birth).
Fully vaccinated against COVID19.
Attire Required: Volunteer t-shirt and badge will be provided.
Preferably weekdays
Commit up to at least 3 months (minimally once a week, 2 hours per session)
Monday to Friday: 7:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday: 7:30am to 12:30pm
Sunday & Public Holiday: Closed
Regular (>3 months)
Weekdays, Weekends
10 Woodlands Street 31 Singapore 738579

20 volunteers needed

Mak Hui Min
Contact: 6496 6767 E
Email: volunteer@nhgp.com.sg
Kang Le Day Hospice
HCA Hospice Care
Role Description
Assist with planning and executing of programs at Kang Le Day Hospice
Engage in physical contact with clients who are terminally ill (eg. cancer)
Volunteer Requirements
Minimum age: 18
Physically fit
Have interest in end-of-life care
Preferably able to speak dialects
Religion-sensitive
No prior experience needed as training will be provided
Attire: Smart Casual, no revealing clothing allowed
Regular, at least 3 months
Weekdays
1:30pm - 3pm
1.5hr to 3hrs per shift
Woodlands

5 volunteers needed

Joshua:
joshuatong@carecorner.org.sg
Zhen Xiu:
zhenxiut@hcahospicecare.org.sg
KidsHOB Story Reader @ Education Therapy Services
Care Corner Singapore
Volunteer Role Description
When children are being read stories, there are many benefits they gain. We are therefore looking for volunteers to read to our children with learning and special needs, ranging from K1 to P6. The programme aims to spread that joy of stories and reading to these children so that they can reap the benefits too.
The 12-week programme will be held over Zoom, with each session lasting about 45 minutes to 1 hour. The session timing is flexible; volunteers will liaise with the family to set their sessions.
The sessions will either be on a weekly or fortnightly basis. Volunteers committing on a fortnightly basis will be grouped with others on a similar schedule, and will rotate with the other group to read to the assigned beneficiary.
Join us today to read to our children with learning and special needs!
Volunteer Specifications & Additional Information
Age: 16 years old and above. An adult must accompany interested volunteers who are under the age requirement.
Have a good command of the English language. They need to be able to read fluently, with good pronunciation and enunciation.
Volunteers are to volunteer in pairs or in groups of 4. Volunteers who sign up alone will be paired up. Each pair will have at least 1 female volunteer.
Able to commit weekly for 12 weeks (or 6 weeks in groups of 4). The timing for reading is flexible and up to the volunteers to arrange with the families.
Comfortable with using Zoom to engage and read to children. Training will be provided to familiarise volunteers with the usage of Zoom.
Regular (>12 weeks)
Weekdays, Weekends
For Toa Payoh; Woodlands; Tampines via Zoom

50 volunteers needed

Name: Ginelis Lim
Contact: 6950 6646
Email: ginelislim@carecorner.org.sg
Measurement-Taking Assistant
Sree Narayana Mission
Role Description
Ensure seniors are lined up in an orderly manner
Assist staff with taking and recording seniors' measurements prior to exercising
Exercise with seniors (Optional)
Note: First-timers will be briefed and trained on procedures
Volunteer Requirements
Minimum age: 18
Have interest in exercising
Attire: Comfortable smart casual / Sports attire
Ad hoc
Saturday, 9am-11:30am
861 Woodlands St 83

5 volunteers needed

Joshua:
joshuatong@carecorner.org.sg
Calvin: 84490900
calvin.tan@snm.org.sg
Music Appreciation Instructor
Sree Narayana Mission
Role Description
Design and propose a short-term music programme for seniors that is easy to follow
Conduct short-term music programmes every Wednesday for the seniors on-site at Woodlands Senior Care Centre
Types of music programmes: Music Appreciation / Choral Singing / Music Instrument Course
Volunteer Requirements
Minimum age: 18
Comfortable working with seniors
Preferably experienced/qualified in designing and conducting music programmes
Fully vaccinated and boosted according to government guidelines
Regular, at least 3 months
Every Wednesday, 10am - 11am
861 Woodlands St 83

1 volunteer needed.
Open to conduct the session with a small group of volunteers.

Joshua:
joshuatong@carecorner.org.sg
Phone Befriender
Sree Narayana Mission
Role Description
Make 1 phone call of 10-30mins every fortnight to 1 or 2 seniors preferably on weekdays mornings/afternoons
Engage in conversations of mutual interest, and offer support and guidance
Provide regular updates of the conversations to Programme Manager
Objective is to reach out to seniors who might be socially isolated and ensure their safety and well-being
Volunteer Requirements
Able to converse in English and Mandarin
Comfortable connecting with seniors
Patient and has strong interpersonal skills and listening skills
Attire: Smart Casual
Programme Host
Sree Narayana Mission
Role Description
Conduct Bingo activity with seniors
Converse with seniors in 2 or more languages
Note: Training will be provided
Volunteer Requirements
Minimum age: 18
Fluent in 2 or more languages (eg. English, Chinese, Hokkien, Tamil, Malay)
Preferably has experience in hosting events and engaging seniors
Regular for 3 months
Monday & Friday, 1:30pm-3:30pm
861 Woodlands St 83

5 volunteers needed

Joshua:
joshuatong@carecorner.org.sg
Calvin: 84490900
calvin.tan@snm.org.sg
Programme for Seniors
Sree Narayana Mission
Role Description
Assist in engaging seniors and guiding them in music and art programmes
Volunteer Requirements
Minimum age: 18
Comfortable working with seniors
Prior experience/qualifications in music or art is preferred
Bilingual; fluent in English and Chinese/Malay/Tamil
Fully vaccinated and boostered according to government recommendation
Weekly for at least 3 months
Tuesdays, 2pm - 3pm
or
Wednesdays, 10am-11am
861 Woodlands St 83

2 volunteers needed

Joshua:
joshuatong@carecorner.org.sg
Residents Engagement Volunteer
Vanguard Healthcare: Senja Care Home
Role Description
Virtual Befriending with residents
Co-creation of artworks
Lead seated exercise for residents
Conduct live performances
Teach basic conversational English to foreign staff
Volunteer Requirements
Able to speak at least 1 language: English/Mandarin/Malay/Hokkien/other dialects
Have a passion for interacting with the elderly
Willing to teach foreign clinical/care staff conversational English so it helps them communicate with the elderly residents of Vanguard Care Homes
Would be good if volunteers are keen and know how to sing/perform/play a musical instruments for the elderly residents
Regular, at least 3 months
Weekdays, Weekends
50 Woodlands Road, S(677726)

10 volunteers needed

Joshua:
joshuatong@carecorner.org.sg
Peng Chuan: 81579865
PengChuan.Ng@vanguardhealthcare.com.sg
Justin: 82285812
Justin.Yeo@vanguardhealthcare.com.sg
Roving Guide @ Woodlands Polyclinic
National Healthcare Group Polyclinics (NHGP)
Volunteer Role Description
Support, guide and educate patients to build their digital literacy knowledge in the polyclinic / healthcare environment (e.g. use of self-help kiosks, telemedicine, healthhub mobile app).
Assist patients in navigating the appointment journey (e.g. wayfinding)
Assist in answering any general enquires, move around proactively look out for anyone in need of help.
Volunteer Specifications & Additional Information
Bilingual (Spoken English and another language or dialect), relevant training will be provided.
Minimally age 17 years old and above (by the year of birth).
Fully vaccinated against COVID19.
Attire Required: Volunteer t-shirt and badge will be provided.
Preferably weekdays
Commit up to at least 3 months (minimally once a week, 2 hours per session)
Monday to Friday: 7:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday: 7:30am to 12:30pm
Sunday & Public Holiday: Closed
Regular (>3 months)
Weekdays, Weekends
10 Woodlands Street 31, Singapore 738579

20 volunteers needed

Mak Hui Min
Contact: 6496 6767
Email: volunteer@nhgp.com.sg
SSO ComLink Ambassador
Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF)
Role Description
Make quarterly phone calls to ComLink families to conduct well-being check-ins and share with family on upcoming programmes
Provide a listening ear and emotional support to families staying in rental flats
Provide a bridge between such families to services/schemes/programmes that they need and will benefit them that they may have challenges accessing without support
Serve as eyes and ears on the ground to raise up any emerging risks/needs early, so that they may be supported by the relevant agencies
Objective is to ensure the families' well-being, provide support and link up family to relevant resources
Important Notes
Softphone accounts will be provided to volunteers for phone calls
Volunteers may still be required to use their own mobile phone to text or converse with clients
Volunteers will need to use their own mobile phone/iPad/laptop to key in observations into an online form
Volunteer Requirements
Mimimum age: 21
Must be fully vaccinated
Able to converse in English and a Mother Tongue, preferably Malay
Has empathy and patience to listen and build rapport with the befriendees
Able to understand the needs of disadvantaged families, preferably has prior befriending/mentoring experiences
Preferably with at least 6 months of volunteering experience or received relevant trainings
Preferably living near Woodlands/Sembawang area, or willing to travel to conduct home visits for families that are not contactable
Once a month or quarter
Weekdays, Weekends
Woodlands

108 Volunteer Ambassadors needed

Joshua:
joshuatong@carecorner.org.sg
Chin Hong Hui: 96460511
chin_hong_hui@msf.gov.sg
SSO ComLink Befrienders
Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF)
Role Description
Provide a positive pro-social support network for multi-stressed families and individuals battling with personal issues
Be a pair of listening ears/eyes to help these families and their children get their needs better understood and supported by the government and community agencies
Provide regular updates to SSO on the engagement status and family's coping through submitting online well-being report
Volunteer Requirements
Must be Singaporean or Permanent Resident
Minimum age: 21
Able to work both independently and as a team player
Enjoy interacting with people of various age groups
Possess good communication skills
Able to speak English and any other language (ie. Mandarin, Malay, Tamil) and dialects
Fluent in written English is a bonus
Has empathy and patience to listen and build rapport with the befriendees
Able to understand the needs of disadvantaged families, preferably has prior befriending/mentoring experiences
Preferably with at least 6 months of volunteering experience or received relevant trainings
Once a month or quarter
Weekdays, Weekends
Woodlands

No limit of volunteers needed

Joshua:
joshuatong@carecorner.org.sg
Leo Zhi Qing: 6766 0263
LEO_Zhi_Qing@msf.gov.sg
Study Buddy
Campus Impact
Role Description
Provide academic supervision to children aged 7-14 and assist with their school homework
Assist with running programmes related to values inculcation and holistic development of children living in rental flats in the Marsiling and Admiralty areas
Build rapport and trust with children during the programme
Provide support and flag out needs of children to programme staff
Volunteer Requirements
Proficient in spoken & written English
Patient, a good listener and observant of safety rules
Weekly for at least 3-6 months
Weekdays
Site 1:
ComLink@Marsiling
182A Woodlands st 13, Level 2, Eureka Room (731182)
Site 2:
ComLink@Admiralty
Ace The Place Community Club, Level 4, Activity rooms 2 & 3

3 volunteers needed per site

Claire:
claireong@carecorner.org.sg
Rebecca:
rebeccathng@campusimpact.org.sg
Vigil Angels
HCA Hospice Care
Role Description
Aim of 'Project Vigil Angel': To provide a very dignified death for the dying clients and leave behind a comforting memory for the bereaved families
Engage in physical contact with clients who are terminally ill (eg. cancer)
Partner a nurse to provide basic nursing care for clients and respite care for the family
Volunteers will be invited to support when a client makes a request. This can be within 24hrs on Weekdays or Saturdays. The team will typically provide the experience between 9am - 6pm from Mon - Sat
Volunteer Requirements
Minimum age: 18
Physically fit
Have interest in end-of-life care
Preferably able to speak dialects
Religion-sensitive
No prior experience needed as training will be provided
Attire: Smart Casual, no revealing clothing allowed
Regular, at least 3 months
Weekdays or Saturdays
5hrs per shift
Woodlands

10 volunteers needed

Joshua:
joshuatong@carecorner.org.sg
Tan Zhen Xiu:
zhenxiut@hcahospicecare.org.sg
Volunteer Events Support
Care Corner Singapore, Volunteer & Community Engagement Team
Role Description
Volunteers will be involved in supporting and running events that are held by the team.
Volunteers will provide support in all events-related work such as:
Events planning
Logistics packing / transporting
Set up and tear down of event space
Site recce
Booth manning
Volunteer Requirements
Minimum age: 18
Willing to travel around Singapore for all events related matters
Able to work in a team
Able to commit on weekdays & weekends
Adhoc, Event-based
Tampines, Toa Payoh, Woodlands, Onsite

5-10 volunteers needed

Yusrin Uriah: 96861214
yusrinuriah@carecorner.org.sg
Claire:
claireong@carecorner.org.sg