Our three AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer programs provide service opportunities for seniors age 55 and better by connecting with the people and organizations that need you most.
Benefits of AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteer Programs
- Promotes physical and mental health
- Offers a personal sense of accomplishment
- Gives back to individuals and communities
- Provides a sense of purpose and accomplishment
- Excess liability and accident insurance
- Recognition for community service
Senior Companions Volunteer Program
- Must be age 55 or better
- Serve an average of 20 hours per week
- Meet income eligibility requirements
- Receive an hourly non-taxable stipend of $3.15 per hour
- Mileage reimbursement to & from service
For more information and to request an application for the Senior Companion volunteer program call: 989-358-4660. email: fgpscp@nemcsa.org
Foster Grandparents Volunteer Program
- Must be age 55 or better
- Serve an average of 20 hours per week
- Meet income eligibility requirements
- Receive an hourly non-taxable stipend of $3.15 per hour
- Mileage reimbursement to & from service
For more information and to request an application for the Foster Grandparent volunteer program call: 989-358-4660. email: fgpscp@nemcsa.org
Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
- Must be age 55 or better
- No minimum hours of service
- No income eligibility criteria
- Mileage reimbursement to & from service
For more information regarding Retired & Senior Volunteer Program call: 989-358-4650 or email: rsvp@nemcsa.org
* Volunteers must pass criminal history background check.