The Stockton Interfaith Caregiver Program is a coalition of faith congregations, St. Joseph's Medical Center, and community agencies providing services to seniors and their families. The goal is to help people improve their quality of life and remain independent as long as possible. All services are free of charge and are provided by trained volunteers of all ages from area congregations.

Volunteers provide a variety of services such as shopping, running errands, transportation and escort to appointments, respite care, or yard work and minor house repairs. Sometimes seniors' needs are as simple as telephone reassurance or just friendly visiting. Services are requested by families, friends or neighbors, home health or social service agencies, community groups and organizations, or seniors themselves.

The Stockton Interfaith Caregiver Program is always looking for volunteers. It's easy -- volunteers are generous, caring people who share a responsibility for helping others.

For more information, contact Sr. Katherine Hamilton, OP, Project Coordinator, (209) 461-5112 or e-mail katherine.hamilton@chw.edu.