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Description:
The Legacy Corps Program offers the opportunity for members to provide weekly respite to caregivers who are taking care of an elderly (over 60) loved one at home. Program members commit for one year to 450 hours of service, or approximately 10 - 12 hours per week. Members provide services in family homes throughout Salt Lake County. Legacy Corps is a grant program through the Corporation for National and Community Service AmeriCorps program in partnership with the University of Maryland Center on Aging.
Benefits: Members in this program receive the following benefits:
- a yearly stipend of $2,200, or approximately $85 every two weeks
- Upon completion of the 450 hour commitment, members receive an education award of $1,250 for use at any college or university
- Mileage reimbursement or bus pass
- Recognition for their volunteer service
- New skills and knowledge about aspects of caregiving
Training and Support: In-depth training is provided to all members during the first two weeks of the program year. Volunteers also receive monthly training on topics relevant to their service activity. Other trainings such as computer training, safety issues, aging issues, and aspects of caregiving are also available to members throughout the year.
Eligibility: Willingness and ability to commit to one year of service of approximately 10 hours each week to fulfill the 450 hour commitment. Must be 18 years of age or older, must provide proof of US citizenship or Naturalization, and must pass a background check. The annual service term begins on April 1st.
Contact Person: Arica Curry, 2001 South State Street, S1400, Salt Lake City, Utah 84190. Telephone (801) 468-2248, Fax (801) 468-2989, E-mail: acurry@slco.org
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