We don’t fix loneliness. We sit next to it.
Who will you sit with today?
Maine Sunshine Companions connects caring volunteers with elders in our community for meaningful companionship. Through simple moments — conversation, games, shared stories, and presence — companions help bring warmth, connection, and comfort into everyday life.
What does a volunteer do?
A Sunshine Companion is a trained volunteer who visits an elder in their home to offer friendship, conversation, and shared activities that bring connection and joy.
Examples of companionship:
Conversation and listening
Games, cards, puzzles
Reading together
Light outings (when arranged)
Helping with basic tech (calls, email, video chats)
Transportation to appointments may be available in some situations, by arrangement.
All transportation support is discussed and agreed upon in advance.
What a volunteer does NOT do:
Sunshine Companions do not provide medical care, personal care, or housekeeping.
We are not:
Nursing or medication support
Bathing/toileting care
House cleaning or home maintenance
Financial management or legal help
If your family needs those supports, we can help you find the right resources.
We know you will have some questions! Here are some answers to commonly asked quesitons!
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Yes, all Sunshine Companions complete an application, background check, references, and orientation before being matched with an elder.
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You’ll love this if you:
Enjoy listening and connecting
Are reliable and consistent
Can hold boundaries with kindness
Believe presence matters
This may not be a fit if you:
Want a caregiving/clinical role
Prefer fast-paced volunteering
Feel uncomfortable with quiet or slow moments
Want to “fix” or direct
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Fill out the inquiry form
Brief conversation + application
Background check + references
Orientation + thoughtful match
We match thoughtfully to support a healthy connection for both the elder and the volunteer.
Interested in offering companionship? We’d love to meet you.
Not sure yet? Reach out with questions.