Our Services

Volunteer Caregivers uses a dedicated group of volunteers plus service teams from local schools, companies, and service groups to provide a variety of free services to low income seniors.  Our goal is to help these seniors remain safely and comfortably in their homes and maintain their independence and dignity. To qualify for these services, you must be 55 or older and live within the Greater Albany Public School district.  If you live in Lebanon, Sweet Home, or nearby parts of Linn County, we only provide our transportation service to medical appointments.  Our other services are not currently provided outside of the Greater Albany Public School district.  We currently provide the following services:

  • Transportation -- Using volunteers who drive their own cars or one of our two sedans, we provide transportation for those who need a ride to an essential service. Most rides are for medical appointments.  We also have a wheelchair accessible van for those who are not able to get into or out of a regular car.  Please call at least 2 to 3 business days before your appointment so that we will have enough time to find a volunteer driver to help you.
  • Handyman Chores -- We make minor home repairs.  We also install grab bars and construct wheelchair ramps.  We will ask you to pay for the materials if you can afford it.
  • Yard Work -- We mow lawns, prune shrubbery, rake leaves in the fall, and clean gutters.  You must have a working lawn mower for our use and local garbage service to haul away the yard debris.
  • Grocery and Shopping Assistance -- We take you shopping or do the shopping for you.
  • Short Term Housekeeping -- We provide housekeeping services when needed for short periods of time.
  • Friendly Visiting and Reassurance Calling -- Our volunteers visit or call home-bound seniors to provide a contact with the outside world.
  • Referrals -- We provide information about other agencies and organizations for services that we do not provide.

If you need assistance, are 55 or older, and live within Albany, Lebanon, or the surrounding area, give us a call at 541-928-2173 and talk to one of our Volunteer Coordinators.  Our office hours are Monday through Thursday from 9:00 to 1:00.  We also have a 24 hour messaging system that is checked on days when the office is not open.  Please call at least 2 to 3 business days in advance so that we have time to find a volunteer to help you.

 

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