Five County Senior Companion Program

Through the Senior Companion Program, people age 60 and older provide assistance and friendship to elderly individuals who are homebound and, generally, living alone. By taking care of simple chores, providing transportation to and from medical appointments, and offering contact to the outside world, Senior Companions often provide the essential services that prevent older Americans from having to enter nursing homes. They also provide respite care to relieve live-in caretakers for short periods of time.

Description:
You know how much you value independence in you life, Now you can help others stay independent too.

Families in every community struggle to care for loved ones. By becoming a companion to a frail person, you help that person stay in their own home. And you'll join with thousands of others to help control the rising costs of health care. Whether you're giving families or professional caregivers much-needed time off, running errands, or simply being a friends, you'll make a difference that strengthens and preserves an individual's independence.

History:
If you're 55+ and want to share your experience and compassion, you have what it takes to be a Senior Companion. It's that simple.

Senior Companions serve up to 40 hours a week. Some volunteers may qualify to earn a tax-free, hourly stipend. In addition, with Senior Companions, you'll receive pre-service orientation, training from the organization where you serve, and supplemental accident and liability insurance while on duty.

For more information, please contact the program coordinator.

Contact person: Chris McDonald, Program Director, (phone), (email)

Office fax number: (435) 674-9105

Address:

1070 W 1600 S BLDG B St. George, UT 84770 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.volunteercenterwc.com/seniorcomp.html

Last updated on September 14, 2009