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MIFA Senior Companion Program
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Location:
Memphis, Tennessee, 38126, United States
Organization:
(MIFA) Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association
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Start date:
August 25, 2009
Language(s):
English
Sex:
All are welcome
Last updated:
August 24, 2009
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End date:
August 24, 2011
Area of Focus:
Disability Issues, Poverty and Hunger, Seniors and Retirement Issues
Age:
Adults (18-64), Seniors (65 and over)
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Description:
Senior Companion pairs active, low-income seniors with homebound, disabled, or critically ill peers. Companions provide respite to caregivers and assist clients with grocery shopping, bill paying, and other daily tasks that promote independent living. The most important thing aspect is human interaction, which improves the quality of life for both individuals.
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Permalink:
http://www.idealist.org/if/i/en/av/Program/88361-238/c
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