What services do we provide?

IN HOME ASSESSMENT:

After we receive a telephone call requesting service, our social work staff will schedule a home visit to discuss service options with potential clients. Follow-up visits are made as needed.

TRANSPORTATION:

The ability to complete tasks independently keeps older adults in the community mainstream. We transport to grocery stores and other destinations in our service area. The driver and designated escorts provide a supportive arm and assistance with packages.

HOME DELIVERED MEALS:

Proper nutrition is essential for the well being of older adults. Home delivered meals are designed to meet 1/3 of the daily requirement. A licensed dietician prepares the 4-week menu cycle. Our hot lunchtime meal includes: meat entree, two vegetables, bread, butter, dessert and milk. No salt is added in food preparation.

COUNSELING:

Crisis intervention, bereavement, and family relationships are areas addressed through short-term counseling. On occasion, older persons may need a little assistance dealing with stress, anxiety or depression. More extensive problems are referred to a community based mental health agency.

CAREGIVER SUPPORT:

Our program for over-burdened caregivers includes counseling, respite and consumable medical supplies as available. This assistance enables caregivers to attend to their own needs, helps to reduce feelings of stress and may enable them to continue in their role for a longer period of time.

TELEPHONE REASSURANCE CALLS & FRIENDLY VISITS:

A volunteer’s friendly visit by phone provides reassurance that being alone need not translate into loneliness. Current events, sharing a recipe, or just quiet conversation will say someone cares.
Friendly visits: A home visit from a volunteer for reading, letter writing or general conversation is a welcome change from the daily routine.