Community Companionship Projects include both companionship and recreation activities, usually long term, involving close personal interaction with seniors. Scheduling is flexible and negotiated between the student participant and the older adult. Scheduling is planned around the specific needs of the older adult. The Entertainment and Companionship programs have flexible scheduling while the Health and Wellness and Activity projects are planned for specific periods, but special arrangements can be made. The service opportunities at these locations include resident and agency chore projects plus companionship opportunities.
Scheduling is flexible and arranged between the student participant and the older adult or agency.
Pullman Mobile Meals relies solely on volunteers who work in teams to deliver hot noon meals, seven days a week, year round. The Service for Seniors Coordinator works closely with community volunteer coordinators to schedule WSU students with this meal program. Pullman Senior Center offers a variety of programs and services for senior citizens. Therapeutic Swim Program allows seniors with disabilities an opportunity to experience increased mobility in a pool. These participants offer respite, companionship, support, and assistance to terminally ill patients and their families.