Throughout New England there are a number of people, working as individuals and/or as part of an organized effort,who are reaching out to help those in need. One such outreach is Maine's Senior Companion program, which this year is celebrating its thirtieth anniversary.
This initiative is an effort designed to is to bring together and build upon the established, but limited, resources and community options which are essential for caregivers to keep their loved ones at home – a more desired and affordable place to be than nursing or residential care. It connects volunteers (who must be age 55 or older and low-income) with homebound clients who also are senior citizens and, in a number of cases, ill or disabled.
Media Report:
Bangor Daily News: Friends for life: Senior Companion program marks 30 years in Maine (7 OCT 11)
For additional information about the Senior Companion program, please visit:
University of Maine Cooperative Extension: Senior Companion Program
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