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Helping elders stay independent can be a challenge in Maine's rural
areas. Many older adults do not have relatives living nearby and must
rely on others to help them. Through the University of Maine Cooperative
Extension's Senior Companion Program, homebound elders are able
to stay in their own homes longer thanks to regular visits from Senior
Companions -- dedicated, active individuals age 60 and older.
The
University of Maine Cooperative Extension Senior Companion Program
currently serves 13 of Maine's 16 counties. The Senior Companion Program
has an average of 112 Companions who serve 570 clients. In 2006,
Companions made 26,143 client visits for a total of 82,260 hours of
volunteer time. See how you can get involved.
For detailed contact information, use the
hyperlink in your county on the map below, or select from the county
list.
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Last
Modified:
05/30/08
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