Senior Companion Program of Macomb
Cause Area
- People with Disabilities
- Seniors
Location
15945 Canal RoadClinton Twp., MI 48038 United StatesOrganization Information
Mission Statement
The Senior Companion Program of Macomb provides low-income seniors with meaningful service to opportunities and a source of income, while assisting to live as independently as possible and prevent premature institutionalization.
Description
Provide non-medical support to homebound adults
Through the Senior Companion Program, people age 55 and older provide assistance and friendship to homebound adults. Senior Companions serve frail older adults and their caregivers, adults with disabilities, and those with terminal illnesses. Senior Companions usually serve two to four clients on a weekly basis, serving 20 hours a week. If you are interested in being a Senior Companion, you must meet income eligibility requirements, and for your time you will receive a modest, tax-free stipend to offset the cost of volunteering. Other benefits include reimbursement for transportation, some meals during service, an annual physical, and accident and liability insurance while on duty. Pre-Service and monthly training sessions provided.