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Senior Companion Program

funded by Federal Corporation for National & Community Service

Description of Benefits / Services

Volunteer opportunity for low income persons.

Volunteers receive:

• Hourly stipend of $2.65 (non-taxable)
• Paid holiday, sick leave and vacation days
• Transportation reimbursement

Supportive services volunteers provide include:

• Personal care
• Home management
• Social interaction
• Assistance with meal preparation
• Transportation assistance.

Requirements

Providers of service must be:

• 60 years of age or older
• Income less than 125% of poverty  (200% after 10/1/09)
• Able to work 20 hours a week
• Reasonably good health
• Willing to accept supervision

Recipients must be:

• 21 years of age or older
• Physically, emotionally or socially in need of assistance
• There is no charge for these services.

Where to Apply

Senior Companion Program
(785) 628-5809
Fort Hays State University
600 Park Street
Hays, KS  67601

Available in the following counties only:

• Ellis
• Graham
• Gove
• Logan
• Phillips
• Rooks
• Russell
• Trego