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AmeriCorps Seniors Senior Companion Program

Federal volunteer program engaging adults aged 55 and older to provide companionship, assistance with daily living, and respite care for homebound older adults and persons with disabilities. Volunteers serve 5-40 hours per week and provide direct respite relief to family caregivers.

What it offers

Trained senior volunteers (age 55+) provide: companionship visits, assistance with daily living tasks, transportation and light chores, respite care for family caregivers, basic wellness checks, and alert medical professionals if needed. No cost to care recipients or their caregivers. Volunteers serve 5-40 hours per week. Program established in 1974.

Services
GC1 · Social Support

Questions that decide eligibility

GiveCare prepares the questions; the program makes the decision. Bring these to the call or the application:

  1. 01

    Does the VA disability rating meet the program’s minimum (our record lists null%)?

  2. 02

    Do the work hours meet the minimum (our record lists null hours)?

  3. 03

    Is there a caregiver-specific department, coordinator, or support line? Ask for it by name.

    Many agencies have one that isn’t advertised on the website.

  4. 04

    What documents do you need from us to start an application?

  5. 05

    Is there a waitlist right now, and how long is it?

This page is for discovery and preparation, not an eligibility determination. Program rules change — confirm every detail on the official source. Browse all programs →