Guidance throughout
You are never on your own. Amsta activity coordinators and Careibu coaches support you and stay available.
Volunteer at Amsta
Amsta and Careibu are looking for young people to give residents company — one-to-one or at group activities on site. No care diploma needed.
About this opportunity
You get guidance from Amsta and Careibu throughout, at locations in Amsterdam close to home or study. You can choose group activities or buddy work, and after your programme you receive a recognised MDT certificate.
About Amsta
Amsta is Amsterdam's own care organisation — care, the Amsterdam way. With around 30 locations across the city, they support older people, people with intellectual disabilities, and others who need a helping hand. Each location is part of its neighbourhood.
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Amsta works through "Samen Doen" (Doing Together): staff, family, volunteers, and neighbours form one network around residents. As a volunteer you add colour to daily life — through an activity, a chat, or a walk.
Careibu has worked with Amsta for years to connect young people and residents, tackling loneliness and bringing more life to each location.
Is this for you?
- You are aged 17–30
- You live in or near Amsterdam
- You want to make a difference for older people, no care background needed
- You have around 4–8 hours per month available
Volunteering: what does it involve?
Close to you
Choose an Amsta location in Amsterdam that fits your study, work, or travel time.
Fun group activities
Think games, music, walks, or cooking together — you make a real difference for residents.
MDT certificate
After your programme you receive a recognised MDT certificate — great for your CV.
Experiences
What volunteers and coordinators say
It feels welcoming straight away. I help with games and you can see residents really light up when young people are there.
Lotte Volunteer, age 22 Young volunteers bring so much energy to our group activities. Fresh ideas — residents really shine because of it.
Sarah Activities coordinator, Amsta Careibu handles the match and checks in with us. Volunteers know what to expect.
Mark Participation coach, Amsta How does it work?
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Sign up
Free and without obligation. We contact you to discuss your preferences.
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Choose a location
Together we find which Amsta location and type of help (buddy or group) suits you best.
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Online kick-off
Careibu explains what the buddy project involves.
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Introduction on site
You meet the coordinator and get to know residents — always with supervision.
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Start with support
You begin your activity or buddy match. Careibu checks in regularly and helps where needed.
Locations
Amsta locations in Amsterdam
An impression of locations where Careibu volunteers are active. Your exact match depends on availability.
Amsterdam West · Vondelpark
Overtoom
On Overtoom, with Vondelpark around the corner. Small residential groups, a green courtyard, and a full activities programme — Amsta actively recruits volunteers here, including for the weekly activities evening.
Amsterdam Zuidoost · Bijlmer
Anton de Komplein
In the heart of the Bijlmer, near Amsterdamse Poort shopping centre. Creative studios, cooking, and hospitality activities — a diverse, lively place where young volunteers connect easily with the group.
Amsterdam Centrum · Czaar Peterbuurt
De Keyzer meeting centre
Day activities for seniors in a welcoming neighbourhood centre. Walks, creative workshops, community bingo, or simply a chat — ideal if you enjoy giving older people company in the city centre.
Help seekers
Help seekers at this partner
Examples of residents and groups at Amsta locations. After sign-up we find the best match together.
Amstelland residents group
Amsterdam · Care location
Activity volunteer
Looking for volunteers for weekly games afternoons and a cosy coffee corner.
- Games
- Music
- Coffee & chat
- Hours per month
- 4-8 hours
- Availability
- Daytime
Meertje, 78
Amsterdam
Companion for seniors
Lives at an Amsta location and is looking for a buddy to walk or chat with each week.
- Walking
- Coffee & chat
- Hours per month
- 4-8 hours
- Availability
- Daytime
Joop, 82
Amsterdam
Companion for seniors
Enjoys stories and games and is looking for company at the location where he lives.
- Reading together
- Games
- Hours per month
- Up to 4 hours
- Availability
- Daytime
FAQ
Good to know
Do I need a care background?
No. It is about company, activities, and attention. You always work alongside Amsta staff.
Can I choose between buddy work and group activities?
Yes. When you sign up we discuss what suits you: one-to-one contact or helping at a group activity on site.
How much time does it take?
Usually 4–8 hours per month. That can be a fixed slot each week or every other week — by agreement.
What if it is not a good fit?
No problem. We look together at another location or activity. You are not locked into anything long-term.
Interested in volunteering at Amsta?
Sign up without obligation or explore other ways to get involved.