Porchlight Friends
A Colorado Springs based 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to reducing loneliness and isolation among older adults through companionship, transportation and in-home support.
Our 2-hour visits are just the right fit for that “light touch" that so many older adults are looking for!
Is your aging parent spending too much time alone and needing a little extra help?
If your mom or dad is becoming lonely, driving less or having difficulty managing everyday tasks, Porchlight Friends can help. We provide trusted, non-medical companionship, transportation and practical support for older adults throughout Colorado Springs and El Paso County.
Our carefully matched companions provide regular visits that help older adults remain independent, socially connected and supported at home while giving their families greater peace of mind.
(We have affordable monthly service options are available. Ask us about the CareLinx benefit offered through select
Medicare Advantage plans, which may help reduce your out-of-pocket cost.)
Clients
We offer support and assistance to older adults to help them age in place, safely and independently, in whatever space they call home.
Companions
Porchlight Friends companions assist with projects in the home, light housework and transportation for errands and doctor appointments. Our companions are a great support for caregivers and family members that may be caring for an older loved one at home.
Porchlight Health Technology
The Porchlight Health platform combines technology with in-person support to ensure even the most digitally challenged adults stay connected.
“Porchlight Friends has been a bright light through my mom’s transition into her assisted living facility. Thank you! I can’t say enough kind things about everyone I’ve met.”
~Daughter of a Porchlight Friends’ Client
In-Person Companionship
Porchlight Friends companions provide face-to-face interactions, lasting 2 hours, to help battle the loneliness and isolation felt by so many of our older loved ones.
Assistance in Your Home and Trips to the Store
Porchlight Friends companions assist with projects in the home and provide transportation for errands and doctor appointments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find companionship for an elderly parent in Colorado Springs and El Paso County?
Porchlight Friends is a Colorado Springs-based nonprofit offering personalized companionship and everyday assistance to older adults throughout El Paso County. Our companions provide recurring weekly visits, meaningful conversation, transportation and light household help to support independence and reduce social isolation.
What if my parent doesn't need a caregiver but could use some extra help?
Porchlight Friends is designed for older adults who may not need medical home care but would benefit from companionship and occasional assistance. Our companions can share a cup of coffee, go for a walk, provide transportation, help with errands or assist with everyday household tasks.
Can someone take my elderly parent to medical appointments or grocery shopping?
Yes. Porchlight Friends provides non-medical transportation as part of our personalized companion services. Companions can accompany older adults to medical appointments, grocery stores and other community destinations, helping them stay active and engaged.
Can Porchlight Friends help family caregivers?
Yes. Our recurring companion visits provide family caregivers with dependable time to attend appointments, manage personal responsibilities or simply take a break, knowing their loved one has companionship and practical support.