SCP OF SAN JOSE

Description

Help seniors to help themselves

Through the Senior Companion Program, people age 60 and older provide assistance and companionship to homebound adults. Senior Companions serve frail older adults and their caregivers, adults with disabilities, and those with terminal illnesses. Senior Companions usually serve one to three 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, and accident and liability insurance while on duty. Pre-Service and monthly training sessions provided.