Baltimore City Health Department Division of Aging, Senior Companion Program

Baltimore City Health Department Division of Aging, Senior Companion Program
https://health.baltimorecity.gov/node/179

Resource Details
Alternate Name	Maryland Access Point, Senior Companion Program
Description	COMPANION SERVICES: Provides assistance to adults with physical, emotional, or mental health limitations, most are older adults. Senior Companions are volunteers age 60 years of age and older who are trained, receive a minimal stipend ($4 per hour), and work 15-20 hours a week. Individuals may have difficulty with daily living skills, and Senior Companions provide support for individuals to maintain their independence. Seniors may choose either In-Home Care where they receive four hours a day with a senior companion or Respite Care, where the companion relieves a caregiver who typically lives in the senior's home.

	Defined coverage areas: Maryland - Baltimore


	Hours of operation: Mon: 8:30AM 4:30PM Tue: 8:30AM 4:30PM Wed: 8:30AM 4:30PM Thu: 8:30AM 4:30PM Fri: 8:30AM 4:30PM

Program
Eligibility	Adults 55 and older with low income.


Program Fees	None.
Application Process	Interview, criminal background check and free physical examination. Actual process depends on program. Call for more information.
Documents Required	Call for information.



Volunteer Requirements	Adults 55 years and older.
Volunteer Duties	Varies.
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Main	410-396-2273





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Sites offering this Program	417 East Fayette Street