Volunteer

Lend us a hand to create a more fulfilling environment for our beneficiaries.

No acts of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.

Volunteers play an important role in community building and uplifting the well-being of our beneficiaries. The Singapore Cheshire Home identified different volunteering opportunities for those who like to partner us to transform life.

You can choose to be a regular or ad-hoc volunteer, individually or through your organisation. We also welcome pro bono services and contributions.

As a volunteer, you have the opportunity to:

  • Meet new people
  • Learn a new skill
  • Use your experience and existing skills to do good
  • Make a contribution to the local community
  • Appreciate the value of being of service to others
  • Develop self-discipline and critical thinking skills
  • Achieve a sense of self-fulfilment

Get involved! And make a real difference to the lives of our beneficiaries.

Please contact enquiries@cheshirehome.org.sg to explore further if you find an area that interest you!

Volunteer roles and FAQs

Suitable for Individual, Schools or Interest Group

Befriender

  • Spend time with the residents through chatting, playing games and helping with simple tasks.
  • Assist in feeding residents if needed during lunch time, afternoon tea and dinner time (under the supervision of our Nursing Staff).

Once a week
Mon – Fri
10am to 11.30am
2.30pm to 4pm

Minimum 3 months commitment

Activity Facilitator

  • Empower beneficiaries through curated programmes such as art, music or sports programme to engage our residents.
  • Assist staff in bringing beneficiaries for outings/walks at nearby parks/ Hawker Centre

3 months slot
Jan-Mar
Apr-June
July-Sep
Oct- Dec

Suitable for Corporates or Religious Groups

Festive Celebration Planner
  • Partner with beneficiaries to decorate the Home during festival season. This includes set up and tear down.
  • Organise games or activities to stimulate knowledge regarding the festival.
  • Sponsor buffet and gift / grocery shopping voucher in conjunction for this event.

Ad Hoc Volunteering

Event planning to start at least 2 months before event.

Key festival includes

  • Chinese New Year
  • Hari Raya Puasa
  • Vesak Day
  • National Day
  • Deepavali
  • Christmas
Outing Planner
  • Bring beneficiaries to places of interest in Singapore.
  • Sponsor transport and food in conjunction for this event.
  • Examples are Changi airport, Garden by the bay, Museum, Bird Park etc

Ad Hoc Volunteering.

Preferred Timing: 10am to 3pm (can be discussed)

Mon to Sat

Birthday Party Planner
  • Partner with beneficiaries to plan monthly birthday celebration
  • Organise games or activities that involves birthday boy/girl.
  • Sponsor lunch, tea or dinner (for residents) and gift (for birthday recipient) in conjunction for this event.

Once a month – first Thursday of the month

Lunch – 11.30 am

Tea – 2 pm

Dinner – 4.30 pm

Suitable for Skills Based or Ad Hoc Volunteers

Fund raiser
  • Raise funds for us during special occasions such as birthday, memorial, celebration.
  • Set up your campaign page via

https://give.asia/charity/the_singapore_cheshire_home

Please contact us to share about your intention and fundraising ideas.

Videographer
  • Create exciting post event video
  • Create inspiring videos of our beneficiaries

Able to commit to finish the project.

Photographer
  • Photo taking during event
  • Photo taking for home publicity

Able to commit to finish the project.

Graphic designer or Social Media Specialist
  • Design collaterals or posters for Singapore Cheshire Home.
  • Work with the internal communications department to conceptualise educational and outreach campaigns.

Able to commit to finish the project

Have own design software such as Adobe Photoshop.

You can sign up by filling out our volunteer application form on the website or contacting our outreach team directly.

We offer a variety of roles including event support, administrative help, community outreach, and hands-on assistance with programs.

No experience is required—just a willingness to help and a positive attitude! We provide guidance and training as needed.