Newton at Home members have access to a wide array of services, all of which are performed by our wonderful volunteers. These services include:
Transportation
Our transportation volunteers can drive our members to/from locations both within Newton and surrounding areas. It’s a free service except for parking and a minimal charge for rides to Logan Airport. All volunteer drivers are trained and vetted to work with NaH members and will provide rides to and from:
- Medical, dental, and physical therapy appointments
- Social, cultural, and educational events
- Exercise and fitness classes
- Newton Free Library and Newton City Hall
- Supermarkets and other shopping
- Hair salons/barbers
- Errands (e.g., pharmacy, post office, dry cleaner)
- Any other destinations in our service area
Projects and Repairs
- Minor home repairs
- Replacement of ceiling light bulbs and smoke and carbon monoxide alarm batteries
- Trash/recycling barrel curbside placement and removal
- Seasonal tasks such as installing or removing storm windows and window air conditioners
Personal Assistance
- Daily telephone check-in calls if requested
- Reading to members with impaired vision
- Friendly visits
- Walking companion
- Bill paying assistance
- Organizing and clearing clutter
- Vendor referrals for paid professional services
Technology Assistance
- Computer/printers (both Mac and PC)
- Audio/video equipment
- Cell phone & home phones
- Email & Internet
Convenience
- Prescription and dry cleaning pickup
- Accompanied or unaccompanied errands and grocery shopping
Gardening and Lawn Care
- Planting
- Weeding
- Leaf raking
* Our ability to fill service requests is entirely dependent upon the availability of volunteers, so while we do our best to fulfill every request, there is no guarantee that we will always be able to do so.