SENIOR COMPANION PROGRAM | SOUTHWESTERN VERMONT COUNCIL ON AGING
Provides volunteer opportunities for individuals to serve one-on-one with frail elderly and other homebound persons who have difficulty completing everyday tasks. They might assist with grocery shopping, bill paying, and transportation to medical appointments, and alert doctors and family members to potential problems. Senior Companions also provide short periods of relief to primary caregivers. Availability may vary by region. Senior Companion volunteers receive orientation, ongoing training, a yearly physical exam, mileage reimbursement, and a tax-free stipend.
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Last Assured
06/03/2024
Physical Address
160 Benmont Avenue, Suite 90, Bennington, VT 05201
Hours
Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm
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Fax
(802) 447-2846
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Application process
By Telephone
Eligibility
Senior Companion Services Recipient: Adults Age 60 and Older or Adults Age 21 and Older with Disabilities; Volunteer Senior Companions: Adults Age 55 and Older with limited income and able to volunteer 20 hours a week
Service area
Rutland County, Vermont Bennington County, Vermont
Agency info
SOUTHWESTERN VERMONT COUNCIL ON AGING
Southwestern Vermont Council on Aging (SVCOA) is a non-profit senior services organization that plans, develops and coordinates comprehensive services for older adults in support of their independence, self choice, and well being in Bennington and Rutland Counties. Services include, but are not limited to, information and referral assistance, case/care management, nutrition services, healthy living programs, health insurance counseling, hoarding issues, and support for caregivers. SVCOA also serves as the umbrella agency for Green Mountain RSVP with offices in Bennington, Springfield, and Brattleboro.