In May, the Fort Hays State University Senior Companion Program recognized Theresa Hall of Great Bend for her 10 years of service to her community. Senior Companions provide daily assistance and friendship to adults who need support to remain in their homes as independently as possible.

The program provides a way for volunteers 55 and older to stay active by serving in their communities.

Fort Hays State University has sponsored the Senior Companion Program since 1974. As an AmeriCorps Seniors grantee, FHSU is committed to supporting the social and economic needs of communities in the region by enriching the lives of those it serves as well as those who serve. Many of the counties in which volunteers serve also provide support for the program. Senior Companions serve in Barton, Ellis, Ford, Gove, Graham, Hodgeman, Ness, Pawnee, Phillips, Rooks, Rush, Russell and Trego counties.

To find out how you can volunteer, call 785-628-5809.