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Program Details

The following categories represent most of what our volunteers do. In addition to the tasks however our volunteers prove to our clients that they are neither alone nor forgotten. One of the most important intangible services our volunteers provide is hope.

Light Housework

Definition:  Volunteers perform routine cleaning tasks, which may include sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning countertops, washing dishes, dusting, washing windows, and laundry (in-home).
Does not typically include: Deep cleaning, packing or unpacking boxes, sorting or organizing paperwork
Monthly Maximum: 3 hours / 2 sessions

Yard Work

Definition: Volunteers perform basic yard maintenance tasks, which may include mowing, edging, weeding, trimming hedges, raking leaves, and light gardening.
Does not typically include: Landscaping projects such as removing shrubbery or trees
Monthly Maximum: 3 hours / 1 session

Minor Home Repair

Definition: Volunteers perform minor home maintenance and repairs including painting, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry services.
Does not typically include: Installation of adaptive equipment, construction or renovation
Monthly Maximum: 1 repair

Meal Preparation

Definition: Volunteers prepare basic meals for clients, either in their own home or in the client’s home.
Monthly Maximum: 4 hours

Transportation by Appointment

Definition: Volunteers, using their own vehicle, transport clients to and from pre-approved destinations including medical appointments, picking up prescriptions, and running other errands.
Monthly Maximum: 6 destinations / 4 trips
(i.e. Post Office = 1 destination/1 trip; Medical Appointment + Grocery Shopping = 2 destinations/1 trip)

Shopping / Errands

Definition: Volunteers may do grocery shopping, laundry (outside of the home), and other errands for clients who are unable to accompany the volunteer.
Monthly Maximum: 4 hours / 2 sessions