brochure - volunteer (2016 version)
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For more information about the Senior Companion Program
please contact:
Sarah Garramone 218-529-2280
Website: www.mnseniorcorps.org
www.lssmn.org/seniorcorps
Statewide info: 1-888-205-3770
Senior Companions are older adults who help others live independently by assisting with grocery shopping and other daily tasks. They are friends from the community who care.
People 55 years and older may be
eligible for a tax-free stipend, transportation reimbursement,
meal allowance & other benefits.
For more information on a volunteer
opportunity near you, call:
Sarah Garramone 218.529.2280
1.877.612.6243 toll-free
Services are available to all eligible persons
regardless of race, color, creed, religion,
national origin, six, marital status, sexual
orientation, public assistance status,
disability, age, or political affiliation.
Funding provided by Corporation for National
Service, Minnesota Board on Aging through
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota.
Who are Senior
Companions? Serving Seniors. Improving Lives.
Volunteer with Purpose
Benefits as a Senior Companion
Senior Companion Adventures in Changing Lives
Benefits of Participating in Senior Companion: Meet new people Learn new things Add value to the lives of your neighbors Help others Set your own hours with a flexible schedule and a commitment of just 15 hours per week Feel the satisfaction of being involved.
Since the program’s inception in 1974, Senior Companion volunteers have served others who need assistance with the tasks of daily living. Through collaborative efforts with public agencies, private non-profits and health care organizations, the Senior Companion Program assists in meeting the needs of those seniors who wish to remain independent in their own homes.
“A Senior Companion is a volunteer and a friend.”
Every day in communities across Minnesota, Senior Companions are sharing their time and talents, impacting and enhancing the lives of many older adults who are attempting to remain independent in their own homes. Marshalling the time, talents and compassion of senior volunteers to help other seniors has proven to be an effective model. Informal care networks for an ever increasing elderly population can reduce care costs to individuals, their families and governmental agencies. Senior Companions, helping with routine but essential tasks, free up professionals and allows them to focus on other serious issues, and play a significant role in reducing the stress on family caregivers.
By experiencing a new adventure you are giving your gifts of experience and caring to others. You benefit by knowing you are making a difference in the lives of others. Other benefits may include: A small financial reimbursement to cover the costs of volunteering ($2.65 per hour tax free stipend) Transportation Reimbursement for travel costs to and from assignments and official project activities. Insurance Coverage during regular service hours, including accident, personal liability, and if driving, auto liability insurance. Meals Allowance for meals for volunteers serving three or more hours each day, may be available. Recognition Bi-annual recognition events to celebrate the importance of volunteering as a Senior Companion. Training Initial orientation to the program and volunteer assignment, monthly site visits, and continuing education in-services & workshops.
Senior Companion Program
A National Adventure
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Senior Companions assist others to maintain the highest level of dignity and independent living possible by: Visiting homebound isolated adults Providing support to family caregivers Assisting with vital services such as grocery shopping and appointments Acting as a friend who listens and cares. Every day in communities across Minnesota, Senior Companions (55 years or older) have the opportunity to serve others who need assistance with the tasks of daily living. They become friends with those who are lonely and isolated.
“Be a part of a program that reaches out to help your neighbors.”