Services
With just one phone call to At Home's resource center, staffed by our Executive Director, Elaine Weingarten and trained volunteers, members can be connected to a vast array of information and referrals customized to fit their particular needs.
Our core benefit and service areas cover: transportation; social, cultural and educational programs; access to home maintenance and repair professionals. Some of these services will be provided at no charge when volunteers are available. Otherwise, sevices will be available at discounted rates by using our preferred providers. All services provided by At Home are designed and coordinated to empower members and support their wellness, independence and vitality. By calling 914-899-3150, members will be treated with respect and receive the response and referrals they need.
Benefits Include:
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Help with transportation
Rides are arranged for medical/dental appointments, grocery stores and other errands. Our transportation is available Mondays through Fridays, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. In addition to Larchmont and Mamaroneck, our service area for transportation also includes White Plains, Harrison, Rye, New Rochelle and Greenwich. We provide up to two round-trip rides per member per week.
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Social, cultural, wellness and educational programs
Twice per month presentations with refreshments and speakers on topics of general interest. Other activities include: weekly exercise classes, courses, lectures and concerts- some at reduced rates, group trips, FREE annual membership in the Larchmont-Mamaroneck Senior Center, web site access for information, news and lists of events.
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Home chore and handyman help
House, plant and pet sitting, dog walking, small repairs from changing light bulbs to fixing a leaky faucet
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Discounts and preferential rates
From trusted local merchants and service providers
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Referrals to social service and continuing care agencies
Information and one-on-one Medicare counseling; choices from a health/wellness profgrams in the community
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Routine phone checks
Receive phone calls for social connection as well as an inquiry for assistance
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Friendly Visits
On the occasions that you are unable to get out of the house but still in the mood for company, we can arrange for a friendly volunteer to visit with you at home.
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Technology assistance
For computers, iPads, cell phones and more
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Patient Advocates
When requested, trained volunteer Patient Advocates are available to accompany you to medical appointments to serve as an additional "set of ears" during consultations with doctors. After the appointment advocates will type detailed summaries and, if desired, provide copies for family members.
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Volunteer opportunities for neighbors helping neighbors
Join our transportation corps, handle office phones, help with our newsletters, make home visits, organize events and trips or join one of our ongoing committees