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Published 10/10/25 11:48AM

Get paid to Volunteer! Be a companion to a neighbor in need.

Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Yakima, WA
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    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Commitment Details:
    5-40 hours per week- flexible and on your own schedule!
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    20
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Disability, Seniors & Retirement
    Benefits:
    Stipend Provided, Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    55+

    Description

    Get paid to Volunteer! Be a companion to a neighbor in need.

    Are you 55+ and looking to stay active and involved? Consider becoming a Senior Companion! Senior Companions are AmeriCorps volunteers who provide companionship to Seniors in their community. A recent study found that nearly one fourth of adults 65 or older are socially isolated and we learn more every day about how the stress of loneliness can have enormous detrimental mental and physical health effects. Volunteers, on the other hand, not only improve the health of their communities-but lower their own risk of dementia, heart-disease, stroke and chronic pain! Add to all these benefits a small stipend for folks who qualify, training, recognition. and you have a program that is a win-win for everyone involved!

    Watch our video to learn more: Senior Companion Video

    Location

    On-site
    303 East D Street, Yakima, Washington, US

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