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The Elder Companion Program (ECP) is a local program that provides volunteers with the opportunity to apply their life experiences, kindness and love in meeting community needs. Our volunteers empathize with the elderly and offer a simple act of friendship. Volunteers need good social skills – being able to chat and listen with interest – and a sense of humor. Drivers must be safe, competent, and able to support and assist clients who are frail.
Elder Companions serve one-on-one with the elderly, some of whom may have difficulty completing everyday tasks. They visit, go to local community events and senior centers, take trips to the library, assist with grocery shopping, and provide transportation to medical appointments. Most importantly they are someone to just be there and listen.
They can also alert doctors and family members to potential problems. Elder Companions may provide short periods of relief to primary caregivers. Because of the program, many of our senior citizens are able to live in their homes independently, and with dignity. Many Elder Companions serve clients for several years and form meaningful friendships.
Please visit our web site at www.ehoni.org to view a complete copy of our Elder Companion Handbook. |
