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Are you over 60?
Have transportation?
Like to help others?
Have a low income?
Would like to earn a little extra income?
Then the Senior Companion Program is for you!
The Senior Companion Program (SCP) matches volunteers, age 60 or older, with homebound, at-risk elders who need non-medical support in order for clients to remain independent, at home, and socially connected.
SCP volunteers often provide social interraction, transportation, and a variety of other personal services.
Senior Companions are:
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Over 60 years of age |
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Are not part of the regular work force |
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Are willing to accept supervision and work under the policies and guidelines of the program. |
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Agree to a pre-service criminal background check |
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Have a valid driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance |
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Complete 40 hours of pre-service training |
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Attend monthly in-service training |
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LOVE TO HELP THEIR NEIGHBORS |
Senior Companions provide:
 Assistance with important daily activities.- Transportation to medical appointments.
- Shopping opportunities and assistance with meal preparation.
- A watchful eye to notice when extra care is necessary.
- Encouragement to remain physically and mentally active.
- Disaster preparedness information.
- Assistance with letter writing and varied errands.
- Community service information.
- A friendship that can last a lifetime.
For more information, please call (352)527-5959.
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