AmeriCorps Seniors offers several ways to get involved. Volunteers receive guidance and training so they can make a contribution that suits their talents, interests and availability.
Learn about the different senior volunteer programs that exist throughout Idaho and how you can volunteer with them.
Foster Grandparent program
The AmeriCorps Seniors’ Foster Grandparent program matches seniors 55 and older with children between ages 0-21 who need a little extra support socially, behaviorally or academically in classrooms and youth programs.
United Way Eastern Idaho Foster Grandparents
Cheiska Motloch
208-522-2674 or cmotloch@unitedwayif.org
Counties: Bannock, Bear Lake, Blaine, Bonneville, Butte, Camas, Caribou, Cassia, Clark, Cluster, Franklin, Freemont, Gooding, Jefferson, Jerome, Lemhi, Lincoln, Madison, Minidoka, Oneida, Power, Teton, Twin Falls
Jannus Aging Strong
Asia Miller
208-947-4280
Counties: Ada, Canyon, Elmore, Gem, Owyhee, Boise
Senior Companion program
The Senior Companion program brings together volunteers ages 55 and older with adults in their community who have difficulty with the simple tasks of day-to-day living. Companions help out on a personal level by assisting with shopping and light chores, interacting with doctors or just making a friendly visit.
North Idaho Senior Companions
Dan Perry
208-415-5177
Counties: Benewah, Bonner, Boundary, Kootenai, Shoshone
WA-ID Volunteer Center Senior Companion program
Cathy Robinson
208-746-7787
Counties: Nez Perce, Latah (ID); Asotin (WA)
Retired and Senior Volunteer program
The Retired and Senior Volunteer program (RSVP) connects volunteers ages 55 and older with service opportunities in their communities that match their skills and availability. Volunteers build houses to immunize children, as well as enhance the capacity of non-profit organizations to improve and protect the environment. RSVP volunteers put their unique talents to work to make a difference.
WA-ID Volunteer Center RSVP program
Cathy Robinson
208-746-7787
Counties: Nez Perce, Latah, Clearwater (ID); Asotin, Garfield (WA)
