Senior Companion Program - Pierce County

Last updated on March 16, 2012

Lutheran Community Services Northwest partners with individuals, families, and communities for health, justice, and hope.

Description:
Become a Senior Companion volunteer! Your kindness can create life-changing possibilities.

Opportunity:
If you want to share your experience and compassion with isolated seniors or adults with disabilities, you have what it takes to be a Senior Companion.

You can volunteer in an adult day setting or in a client’s home. Services may include one-on-one companionship, nutrition support, encouraging socialization, escorts to medical appointments, and/or caregiver respite. Opportunities are available in Pierce and Kitsap Counties.
Requirements:
Senior Companions are 55 or better, low-income, in good health, and serve at least 15 hours per week.

Benefits:
Eligible volunteers receive a tax-free hourly stipend, meal and transportation reimbursement, orientation & training, and supplemental accident and liability insurance.

Giving back helps you too. Studies show that volunteering helps you live longer and experience greater life satisfaction.

GET INVOLVED!

Call Melissa at 1-800-335-8433, ext. 5675

Contact person: Julie Kerrigan, Program Director, (phone), (email)

Office fax number: (253) 597-6456

Address:

223 N Yakima Ave Tacoma, WA 98403 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.lcsnw.org

Last updated on March 16, 2012