activities · 22
what they do
direct service · 21
- Annual Super Yard Sale eventOrganizes and conducts an annual Super Yard Sale, including donation collection, sorting, preparation, and sales to support operations.
- Community Resource and Advocacy Information Caregiver Support and Education ServicesProvides advocacy and community resource information for services and support to seniors and their families in the Yuma Community and nationally.
- Community Resource and Advocacy for Seniors Caregiver Support and Education ServicesProvides advocacy and community resource information for services and support to seniors and their families in the Yuma Community and nationally.
- Community education workshops Senior Health & Wellness EducationConducts educational workshops on topics relevant to seniors to promote awareness and support informed decision-making.
- Community resource assistance and advocacy Caregiver Support and Education ServicesProvides information, referrals, and advocacy for community services and support systems to seniors and their families in Yuma and nationally.
- Distribution of Personal Hygiene Supplies and Nutrition DrinksDistributes personal hygiene supplies, including adult briefs, bed pads, and wipes, and nutrition drinks at no cost to seniors in need, subject to supply availability.
- Distribution of nutrition drinks Congregate Meals for SeniorsProvides nutrition drinks free of charge to seniors in need, distributed subject to supply availability.
- Distribution of personal hygiene suppliesDistributes adult briefs, bed pads, wipes, and other hygiene items at no cost to seniors in need, subject to supply availability.
- Free notary services Notary and Document ServicesOffers notary services at no charge by appointment to support seniors with legal and administrative needs.
- Fundraising and operational financing Fundraising & Donation ManagementCovers operational costs through individual donations, corporate gifts, and fundraising events.
- Grocery Shopping Assistance Volunteer Grocery Shopping AssistanceAssists individuals with grocery shopping, including accompanying them to stores, carrying bags, and helping with unloading and storage, or shopping for those unable to leave their homes.
- Grocery Shopping Assistance for Seniors Volunteer Grocery Shopping AssistanceAssists seniors with grocery shopping by accompanying them to stores, carrying bags, and helping with unloading and storage, or by shopping for those unable to leave their homes.
- Grocery shopping assistance Volunteer Grocery Shopping AssistanceOffers in-person and proxy grocery shopping services for clients unable to shop themselves, including store accompaniment, bag carrying, unloading, storage, and home delivery.
- Notary Services Notary and Document ServicesOffers free notary services by appointment.
- Social Enrichment and Companionship Senior Social Connection ProgramsOffers social opportunities for seniors, including friendly phone calls, notes of encouragement, personal visits, and various social events and activities, sometimes including outings for mobile individuals.
- Social Enrichment and Companionship for Seniors Senior Social Connection ProgramsOffers social opportunities for seniors, including friendly phone calls, notes of encouragement for various occasions, personal visits and outings for housebound individuals, and organizes social events and activities.
- Social enrichment and companionship programs Senior Social Connection ProgramsOrganizes social events, provides phone calls and encouragement cards for birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, and wellness, and offers companionship through visits and outings for housebound or isolated seniors.
- Transportation Services for Seniors Non-Emergent Medical Appointment TransportationProvides transportation for seniors to vital appointments including medical, dental, vision, therapy, prescription pick-up, banking, post office, and legal matters, often accompanying them and ensuring their safe return home.
- Transportation Services for Seniors Non-Emergent Medical Appointment TransportationProvides transportation for seniors to vital appointments such as medical, dental, vision, therapy, prescription pick-up, banking, post office, and legal matters, often accompanying them and ensuring their safe return home.
- Transportation assistance for vital appointments Non-Emergent Medical Appointment TransportationProvides transportation to medical, dental, vision, therapy, prescription pick-up, banking, post office, and legal appointments for seniors, including accompaniment and safe return home.
- Volunteer program management Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementManages volunteer engagement including background checks, coordination of service activities, and support for daily operations and special projects.
capacity building · 1
- Community Education Workshops Senior Health & Wellness EducationConducts community education workshops on topics relevant to seniors.
strategies · 7
how they think
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- Adaptive service delivery based on evolving senior needsThe organization continuously identifies and responds to the changing needs of seniors, actively seeking and implementing new methods to provide relevant support.
- Ensuring client safety through volunteer screening safe_environment_protocolThe organization prioritizes the safety and security of its clients by implementing a protocol that requires all volunteers to undergo background checks before interacting with clients.
- Professional management with board governance professional_management_with_board_governanceOperates with professional staff and governance by an independent board to ensure effective and accountable organizational leadership.
- Professional management with board governance professional_management_with_board_governanceOperates with professional staff and governance by an independent board to ensure organizational accountability, strategic oversight, and effective management.
- Safe environment protocol via volunteer screening safe_environment_protocolEnsures organizational safety and security by requiring background checks for all volunteers before they engage with clients, minimizing risk and building trust.
- Safe environment through volunteer screening safe_environment_protocolEnsures organizational safety and security by requiring background checks for all volunteers before they engage with clients, minimizing risk and building trust within the community.
- Supporting senior independence through free servicesThe organization aims to help low-income seniors live independently by providing free services, thereby alleviating financial burdens and ensuring access to essential needs.
named programs · 8
what they call their work
Community Education Workshops
Workshops on topics relevant to senior health, safety, and well-being
Community Resource Assistance
Provides advocacy and information on local and national services for seniors and their families
Medical Transportation
Volunteer-driven transportation for seniors to medical, dental, vision, therapy, and prescription appointments
Notary Services
Free notary services available by appointment for seniors
Nutrition Drinks Distribution
Free distribution of nutrition drinks to seniors in need, subject to availability
Personal Hygiene Supplies
Provides free adult briefs, bed pads, and wipes to seniors in need, subject to availability
Shopping Assistance
Volunteers assist seniors with grocery shopping and delivery, including carrying and storing items
Social Enrichment Activities & Events
Includes phone calls, greeting cards, social events, crafts, and occasional outings to reduce isolation