Senior Corps

Senior Corps taps the skills, talents, experience, and wisdom of more than 200,000 Americans age 55 and older to meet a wide range of community challenges through the Foster Grandparent, Senior Companion, and RSVP programs.

Foster Grandparent volunteers help children in their communities develop academic and life skills critical to their development and future success. They serve as tutors, mentors, and role models to children at risk of falling behind in school and to those with physical disabilities and/or other special needs. The intergenerational exchanges that occur build lasting bonds that benefit those who perform the service and those being served.

Senior Companion volunteers help other older adults, most of whom are home bound, live fuller, more independent lives. They provide companionship and assistance with daily tasks such as shopping or paying bills, and give respite to family caregivers. As a result, seniors are able to maintain their independence longer, allowing them to age in place, and their caregivers are able to take time to recharge or perform errands.