Holistic - Volunteers help Op Shop thrive

RangeCare is a local, not-for-profit organisation, offering the full range of in-home, social, and respite support services to encourage people to live independently.

This treasured organisation serves more than 2000 clients, employs more than 150 local workers and engages more than 180 volunteers.

Along the main street of Mapleton, RangeCare’s Op Shop is a hinterland treasure of its own. Originally established in 2018, this unique Op Shop showcases a wide array of pre-loved clothing, accessories, homewares and trinkets.

One of the greatest things about RangeCare’s Op Shop is that the funds raised through Op Shop sales are directed back to providing quality care and support to people in our local community, so that they can continue to live independently in their homes for longer.

Primarily run by volunteers, the Op Shop has become a place of joy and connection for the wider community. Bec Harper, RangeCare’s Volunteer Coordinator, says there wouldn’t be an Op Shop without the generosity of local volunteers.

“The RangeCare Op Shop volunteers are incredibly important and valued. Without them there wouldn't be an Op Shop. They work with such a compassionate and friendly manner, greeting and serving customers, knowing that the work they are doing is truly making a difference in our community.”

Op Shop volunteer, Paddy, enjoys making new connections through her volunteering, “It’s a good day, you get to work with others, there is fun, there are laughs, there is music and it's a good feeling at the end of the day to go home knowing I’ve done my bit to help in some way.”

RangeCare’s vibrant Op Shop in the heart of Mapleton is currently seeking new volunteers for both regular and relief shifts, Monday to Saturday. 

If you are interested in learning more about volunteering at RangeCare’s Op Shop or one of our other volunteer opportunities, please contact 07 5445 7044 or visit rangecare.com.au/volunteer.