Approved applicants are required to complete AmeriCorps Seniors Orientation, a 20-hour pre-service training. Training will include information about community resources, health and safety, communication skills, and program policies and procedures. Trainees will also be able to shadow a current companion.
Monthly in-service meetings are also a requirement of the program. In-service meetings include informational presentations from a variety of community organizations and services, updates regarding program guidelines, an opportunity to socialize with other companions, and meals.