Helping hands, knowing smiles and a life well lived. Come on a journey with us, and let us show you what In Great Company is all about.
Read our stories and share the experiences of real people living their lives to the fullest.
Send a note of friendship
Do you want to volunteer but not sure what you can do with social distancing rules in place? Join Be Someone For Someone’s campaign and write to a letter to a senior who might be feeling lonely.
Labour of love
Volunteering is a great way to spend your time while giving back to your community – that’s the motto of volunteer Michele, and we can’t help but agree!
Training opportunity – Mindfulness
Learn and practice mindfulness in all aspects of your life and reap the benefits tenfold.
A volunteer for a volunteer
Kevin has been a volunteer for many years. Now it’s time for Andrew to take over the reins and become a volunteer for Kevin himself. Watch their heart-warming story.
The importance of volunteers
John had spent 30 Christmases alone before In Great Company came along. Now Michele has the privilege of visiting John every week, and the two have become friends. Watch their story!
Join National Volunteer Week
Join us in celebrating YOU this National Volunteer Week through a virtual ‘sip and watch’ event.
Kindess Warriors to change the world
Julie joins In Great Company as a Kindness Warrior, ready to create a better and more compassionate society for everyone. Read her story!
Training Opportunity – Grief and Loss
Grief and loss is a part of life, but you can take preemptive steps to be more prepared for dealing with it personally or within your professional roles.
New Volunteer Coordinator
In Great Company would like to welcome the wonderful new Volunteer Coordinator, Ella McMillan!
Helping others stay connected
Michele is always looking out for others, making sure that everyone spends some time in great company. Read her story!
Training opportunity – COVID-19 infection control
Complete this free infection control training and help us look after others in the safest way we can.
Easter spent in great company
Easter weekend was a strange one this year in the Feros Care residential villages, but In Great Company volunteers helped make it the best we could!
Coronavirus advice for In Great Company volunteers
In Great Company and Feros Care have well-established protocols and processes for infection control events which keep our clients, volunteers, and staff as safe as we possibly can. Find out more about these!
On location with John
At In Great Company, our volunteer go above and beyond for each client – but John has a special place in all of our hearts. Which is why we decided to organise a special photoshoot just for him.
Brand new podcast
Introducing the brand new podcast ‘Grow Bold with Disability’ by our business partner Feros Care.
Training opportunity – Self-care
Self-care should come first in order to help others, which is why this free self-care course is the perfect addition to your skill set.
Bingo, bus driving, and beautiful stories – Andrew’s journey
Volunteering is about giving back to your community, but often you benefit just as much from the interactions as those you’re trying to help. Find out what it means to Andrew!
IGC news: new phone number and team update
New phone number and an update on our team – don’t miss out on the latest In Great Company updates!
Training opportunity – Technology
Free online computer classes are not only for beginners – they can be a great source of information even if you just want to brush up on your skills or practice in your free time.
Gold Coast Volunteer Network
In Great Company are excited to be joining forces with many volunteer organisations from the Gold Coast region to form a Gold Coast Volunteer Network.
Training opportunity – Dementia
At In Great Company, we believe in sharing opportunities so that each of our volunteers have the chance to gain new skills and life experiences – thereby helping those they assist.