Legacy Corps

Saluting Our Veterans volunteer, Ron Garner and veteran Kenneth Hamrick

What Legacy Corps Members Do:

Provide in-home respite care ensuring that the patient is not alone while their caregiver takes a much-needed break
Socialize to help patients find enjoyment through meaningful activities
Offer transportation for patients or caregivers so they can get to appointments or run errands
Grocery shop, run errands or provide light house keeping

What Legacy Corps Members Receive:

Training to prepare you for the role
A monthly allowance
A college tuition award after a year of service (must complete 450 hours). Members 55 and older can pass this award to child or grandchild.
And most importantly an opportunity to make an impact on the lives of others!

Volunteer Testimonials

Legacy Corps has helped me as a student and provided me with a fulfilling experience. I learned a lot about our aging community which is beneficial to my current academic minor in Gerontology. I give Legacy Corps an A plus!

-Social Work student about her AmeriCorps Position with Legacy Corps for Veteran and Military Families

I have now earned $4800 toward my granddaughters education. She is now an RN and is working at the VA.

-4^th year Legacy Corps for Veteran and Military volunteer

Legacy Corps has provided me with new educational improvements and a way to give back to the community as well as making new friends.

-Retired Army, Legacy Corps Member

My mom has loved getting to know her Legacy Corps volunteer. They have formed a special bond. I hope you know how much our family appreciates this program

-Family Caregiver of her Legacy Corps Volunteer

Serving Central Arizona

Legacy Corps

Veterans and Military Families Program