AmeriCorps Seniors Senior Companion Program (SCP) (94.016)
The Senior Companion Program (SCP) provides grants to qualified agencies and organizations for the dual purpose of engaging persons 55 and older, particularly those with limited incomes, in volunteer service to meet critical community needs; and to provide a high quality experience that will enrich the lives of the volunteers. Program funds are used to support Senior Companions in providing supportive, individualized services to help adults with special needs maintain their dignity and independence.
| Provider: | AmeriCorps |
| Geographic Eligibility: | National |
| Website: | https://americorps.gov/partner/how-it-works/americorps-seniors-senior-companion-program |
| Eligibility: | Healthcare Institution, Local Government & Authority, Nonprofit Organizations, Public/Private Institutions of Higher Education, State, Tribal - Federally Recognized, Tribal - Other |
| Intended Beneficiary: | STEM Professionals/Researchers, Student, Veteran/Service Person/Reservist |
| Topic(s): | Elderly or Disability Services, Income Security & Human Services |
Please directly consult the provider of a potential resource for current program information and to verify the applicability and requirements of a particular program.
Source data: https://fpi.omb.gov/program/94.016
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