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Full Resource Name:
Mental Health Association - Senior Companion Program
Address
555 N Woodlawn, Ste 3105
Wichita, KS 67208
(316) 685-1821 x1249
Description:
Senior Companion volunteers 55+ provide opportunities for social engagement to isolated or homebound seniors at no cost to the family. Qualifying volunteers receive a non-tax stipend, meal, and mileage reimbursement. Hours vary dependent upon the needs of the client and the volunteer. Volunteers can serve from 10-40 hours per week, as desired. Activities include companionship, medication reminders, transportation to appointments, and respite for the caregiver.
Hours:
8 am - 5 pm, Mon - Fri.
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Is Shelter?
No
Date of Official Change:
February 14, 2023
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
555 N Woodlawn, Ste 3105
Wichita, KS 67208
Mailing
555 N Woodlawn, Ste 3105
Wichita, KS 67208
Contacts
Leslea Michieka
Phone Numbers
Main Phone
(316) 685-1821 x1249
Fax
(316) 685-0768
Services
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Description
Senior Companion volunteers 55+ provide opportunities for social engagement to isolated or homebound seniors at no cost to the family. Qualifying volunteers receive a non-tax stipend, meal, and mileage reimbursement. Hours vary dependent upon the needs of the client and the volunteer. Volunteers can serve from 10-40 hours per week, as desired. Activities include companionship, medication reminders, transportation to appointments, and respite for the caregiver.
Hours
Office hours 8 am - 5 pm, Mon - Fri.
Eligibility
Volunteers are seniors ages 55+ with a desire to help others, who can pass a federal fingerprint background check. Clients are isolated or homebound seniors and their caregivers.
Fees
None, but donations are accepted.
Intake Procedure
Volunteers must be 55+, have a desire to help others, and be able to pass a federal fingerprint background check.
Service Area
Sedgwick, Harvey, and Butler Counties.
Geography Served
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