Joseph Dennis (right), a volunteer with Philadelphia's Senior Companion Program, walks with James Henry, who has a visual impairment and needs assistance leaving the house. (Emma Lee/WHYY) From Philly ...

Melissa Slama radiates the happy energy of someone who truly enjoys her work. “I’ve spent my whole career serving the needs of the developmentally disabled. The funny thing is,” she says, laughing, ...

WATERLOO, Iowa --- Friday is Penny Fox's last day as director of the Senior Companion Program after she took an early retirement offer from Hawkeye Community College. But Fox doesn't sound ready to ...

Linda Wearley of Denver and Earlene Anderson of Aurora have a standing date on Tuesdays. They swing by the grocery store, knock off some errands, and find time for some thrifting or a stop at McDonald ...

You know how much you value independence in your life. Now you can help others stay independent, too. Families in every community struggle to care for their loved ones. By becoming a companion to a ...

A sad reality for many of Albuquerque’s older residents, dealing with loneliness and isolation can be an everyday occurrence.

Ventura County is witnessing a heartening transformation thanks to the efforts of senior volunteers participating in the AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent and Senior Companion programs. These ...