Partner Stories
Strong partnerships help expand the impact of Seniors in Service throughout Tampa Bay. Explore stories featuring the businesses, nonprofits, schools, healthcare organizations, and community leaders who work alongside us to support volunteers, strengthen neighborhoods, and improve the lives of older adults, children, veterans, and families.
Community Support Helps Expand Health Buddies
Community support is expanding Health Buddies, helping more adults with chronic conditions find encouragement, care, and connection through regular outreach.
SAGES Honors Community Heroes: Chris Noble Recognized for Leadership
Chris Noble, Director of Community Engagement at Seniors in Service, received the SAGES Golden Hearts Leadership Award for helping older adults find purpose through volunteer service across Tampa Bay.
BayCare Partners With Health Buddies To Improve Lives
BayCare is funding Health Buddies for three years, helping 1,240 adults with chronic conditions reduce isolation, improve health, and stay independent through connection and support.
Surprise Visit From St. Pete Mayor Blooms Into Joyful Volunteer Celebration
A surprise visit from Mayor Ken Welch made this volunteer celebration even more meaningful as volunteers reflected on the impact and joy of service.
Health Buddies & Pinellas EMS Partner To Support Seniors
Health Buddies, with support from Pinellas County EMS and the Sheriff’s Office, expands resources and connection for seniors living with chronic conditions.
Operation: Veteran Connect Earns Praise From Volunteer Florida
Operation: Veteran Connect, powered by AmeriCorps and supported by Volunteer Florida, helps struggling veterans navigate VA benefits, housing, and resources. Praised for its inspiring impact, the program ensures Tampa Bay veterans gain stability, dignity, and the support they deserve.
City of St. Pete Helps Students Reach Their Full Potential
The City of St. Pete is partnering with Seniors in Service of Tampa Bay to help students build confidence, grow skills, and thrive in the classroom.
Low-Vision Support Group Embraces Life-Changing Resources With Help From Friends
Volunteers and partners are helping individuals with vision loss discover resources, build friendships, and embrace a brighter outlook on life.
Community Foundation Tampa Bay Lifts Up Students Beyond the Classroom
Support from Community Foundation Tampa Bay is helping Foster Grandparent volunteers provide students with social and emotional skills that build confidence, strengthen relationships, and support long-term success.
Health Buddies: Companionship as Medicine
The Health Buddies program is improving mental well-being for isolated seniors through meaningful companionship, encouragement, and support that helps older adults live healthier, more connected lives.
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