The Senior Companion Program is a program of AmeriCorps Seniors that Catholic Charities has administered since 1968. It meets the critical needs of the community while providing high-quality experiences which will enrich the lives of the volunteers and their clients. For example: a client was quoted as saying, “My Senior Companion has been more like family to me, I do not know what I would do without her”.
The Senior Companions in the program serve older adults in the community with hopes of the client remaining independent in their homes. The Senior Companions also serve seniors in independent living housing, veterans, developmentally disabled adults, as well as providing respite for caregivers. We pair more than 60 Senior Companions a year with clients by providing non-medical services such as; socialization, phone reassurance, medication reminders, assistance with daily activities, respite and transportation. (Transportation is available at the volunteer’s and the program’s discretion). Volunteers are on assignment Monday through Friday 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM. No weekends, holidays or overnights. This program is now available in Hamilton and Clermont Counties.
There is a stipend for the Senior Companion Volunteers:
- 40 hours of paid orientation
- A modest tax-free stipend
- 6 paid holidays
- Mileage and/or bus fare reimbursement
- Paid leave time
- Supplementary insurance
- Paid in-service training
- Community service recognition
- Volunteer to make independence for seniors a reality – Invest in yourself and your community!
In order to become a Senior Companion, you must be 55 years or older, meet income requirements (single person’s income can’t be more than $27,180 and two person income can’t be more than $36,620) and complete and pass all required background checks. Any Income earned from the program will not impact your eligibility for SSI, SSDI, housing or other benefits programs.
If you’re in need of a Senior Companion in Hamilton or Clermont County or know someone who would benefit from a Senior Companion, complete this referral form.
If you are interested in becoming a Senior Companion in Hamilton or Clermont County, please fill out the form below.
