Program Overview
Friends of the Family Program
At the core of our Friends of the Family program is a deep love for seniors and a desire to ease their loneliness through true, heartfelt connection. Through this volunteer-driven companion program, we come alongside seniors in care facilities, hospitals, and hospice— offering friendship, presence, and a reminder that they are not alone. With every visit and every conversation, our hope is to become an extension of family to the seniors we serve, and a caring support to their loved ones along the way.
Program Details
Serving Fountain Hills, Scottsdale, and Phoenix metro, our volunteer-based program offers free companionship to seniors in various care settings.​
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Free to participants
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In-person visits, plus check-in calls
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Conversation, activities, celebrations, reading, quiet presence, prayer​​
Bridging the Gap
Even in supportive care settings, many seniors face moments of loneliness. This program provides a steady, caring presence, especially during:
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Transition to New Environment
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Persistent Loneliness
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Long-Distance Family
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Temporary Support Gaps
Participation Options
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Regular: Weekly, 1.5-hour visits and check-in calls for seniors in care facilities
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Temporary (Facilities): Same visits and calls for seniors with temporarily unavailable loved ones
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Temporary (Medical & Hospice): Flexible visits tailored to needs
Getting Started
Program Enrollment
Interested in enrolling a loved one? We're here to make the process easy and supportive every step of the way.
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Step 1: Click HERE to complete this brief inquiry form.
Step 2: A team member will call you to learn about your loved one and answer any questions you may have.
Step 3: If it's a good fit, we'll send an enrollment form to complete.
Step 4: We'll match your loved one with a volunteer and schedule their first visit.​
"...let's not merely say that we love each other; let us show the truth by our actions."
1 John 3:18
Practical Guide
10 Powerful Ways to Help Seniors Feel Seen, Heard, and Loved
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 1 in 3 adults report feeling lonely, and approximately 1 in 4 lack social and emotional support. If you have an elderly family member, neighbor, or friend who lives alone, here are ten compassionate and practical ways to help them feel more connected.
