activities · 28
what they do
direct service · 26
- Assist members with transitions from SaddleBrooke Senior Transition Support ServicesOffers a "Moving On" program that provides resources and assistance to members transitioning from SaddleBrooke, including help with finding long-term care residences, downsizing, packing, and moving.
- Assist with member transitions and support Senior Transition Support ServicesOffers a "Moving On" program to provide resources and assistance to members transitioning from SaddleBrooke, including help with finding long-term care residences, packing, moving, and personal advocacy. The "Support" team also conducts home visits to assess needs and provide resource information.
- Communicate organizational activities and storiesContributes monthly articles to local publications like SaddleBag Notes and SaddleBrooke Progress, and documents and shares stories of volunteers, events, and programs on its website through the "Communications" team.
- Communications and public outreachMaintains public visibility through monthly articles in local publications (SaddleBag Notes, SaddleBrooke Progress), documentation of volunteer stories and programs on its website, and media engagement.
- Community events and outreach programs Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsOrganizes and sponsors recurring community events such as free monthly music matinees, an annual electronics and hazardous waste recycling event, fundraising Beach Bash events, vaccination clinics, and anniversary celebrations to engage residents and promote services.
- Conduct member needs assessments and provide resource information Home and Welfare Check ServicesPerforms home visits to assess member needs, offer suggestions, and provide relevant resource information through the "Support" team.
- Facilitate social connections and community engagement Resident-Led Social & Recreational ProgrammingOrganizes events and activities for members and the broader SaddleBrooke community, such as monthly music matinees, birthday celebrations, book clubs, men's social hours, and home companion visits. This is supported by the "Fun With Friends" and "Friendly Connection" teams.
- Facilitate social connections and community engagement Resident-Led Social & Recreational ProgrammingOrganizes and sponsors various events and activities for members and the broader SaddleBrooke community, including monthly music matinees, birthday celebrations, book clubs, men's social hours, and home companion visits. The "Fun With Friends" team specifically focuses on fostering social connections.
- Home technology and emergency access support Residential Lockbox & Access Device ProvisionOffers installation and setup of smart home technologies including voice command devices, smart lights, plugs, doorbells, and thermostats. Also provides lockbox installations for emergency access by first responders, available to all SaddleBrooke residents.
- Manage member enrollment and intake Membership Management & RecruitmentConducts in-home interviews with prospective members, assists with intake forms, and enters information into an online system through the "Membership" team.
- Manage volunteer operations and dispatch services Volunteer Opportunity Matching & CoordinationOperates a dispatch service to respond to member service requests via phone and routes messages using a computer program. The organization also conducts monthly orientations for new volunteers and manages a team of active volunteers.
- Member transition and relocation assistance Senior Transition Support ServicesOperates a "Moving On" program that supports members transitioning from SaddleBrooke by assisting with finding long-term care or downsizing residences, packing, moving, and providing personal advocacy throughout the process.
- Membership intake and support Membership Management & RecruitmentConducts in-home interviews with prospective members, assists with intake forms, and manages member data through an online system via a dedicated "Membership" team.
- Non-medical support services for seniors Minor Home Repairs & Daily Living SupportProvides a comprehensive range of non-medical assistance to SaddleBrooke residents, including transportation to medical appointments and errands, help with household chores (e.g., changing light bulbs, fixing hinges), yard tasks, computer support, and assistance with legal documents. Services are delivered through a volunteer-based model and include specialized teams such as "Helping Hands" and "Going My Way."
- Operate a volunteer dispatch service Volunteer Opportunity Matching & CoordinationManages a dispatch service that responds to member service requests via phone and routes messages using a computer program, supported by a dedicated "Dispatch" team.
- Organize an annual recycling event Recycling & Waste Education ProgramsHosts an annual recycling event for SaddleBrooke residents to safely dispose of outdated electronics and hazardous waste.
- Organize community events Recycling & Waste Education ProgramsOrganizes an annual recycling event for residents to safely dispose of outdated electronics and hazardous waste.
- Provide emergency access and safety services Residential Lockbox & Access Device ProvisionSells and installs residential lockboxes for all SaddleBrooke residents to provide secure emergency access for 911 personnel, allowing first responders to enter homes and access important information like pet care instructions or medical records.
- Provide emergency access solutions for residents Residential Lockbox & Access Device ProvisionSells and installs residential lockboxes for all SaddleBrooke residents, enabling secure access for 911 personnel during emergencies and allowing residents to leave notes for pet care or medical records.
- Provide non-medical assistance to SaddleBrooke residents Minor Home Repairs & Daily Living SupportOffers a range of non-medical services to members in SaddleBrooke, including transportation for medical appointments and errands, assistance with household chores and minor home repairs, home technology support, help with legal documents, and check-up calls or visits. These services are provided through various volunteer teams like "Going My Way" and "Helping Hands."
- Provide non-medical assistance to SaddleBrooke residents Minor Home Repairs & Daily Living SupportOffers a range of non-medical services to members in SaddleBrooke, including transportation for medical appointments and errands, assistance with household chores and minor home repairs, home technology support, and help with legal documents. These services are provided through various volunteer teams like "Going My Way" and "Helping Hands."
- Provide volunteer support and administrative assistance Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementEngages volunteers for short-term projects and events, including baking for member socials, creating gift baskets, clerical work, and receptionist duties through the "Special Projects" team.
- Provide volunteer support and coordination Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementManages various volunteer teams, including a "Helping Hands" team for household tasks, a "Support Team" of retired professionals, and a "Special Projects" team for short-term tasks and events.
- Social connection and community engagement Senior Social Connection ProgramsFacilitates social engagement for members through phone calls, home visits, birthday celebrations, book clubs, Men's Social Hour, and other monthly activities. Includes dedicated volunteer teams like "Friendly Connection" and "Fun With Friends" to reduce isolation and build community.
- Special projects and administrative support Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementSupports short-term initiatives and events through volunteer assistance with baking, gift basket creation, clerical work, and receptionist duties via the "Special Projects" team.
- Volunteer coordination and dispatch system Volunteer Opportunity Matching & CoordinationOperates a structured volunteer dispatch system to respond to member service requests via phone, using a computer program to route messages. Maintains active volunteer teams including "Dispatch," "Membership," and "Support," with over 240 active volunteers as of recent counts.
capacity building · 2
- Capacity building through volunteer trainingConducts monthly orientation classes for new volunteers to onboard and train them in service delivery and organizational procedures.
- Recruit and train volunteers Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementConducts monthly orientation classes for new volunteers and manages a large base of active volunteers to support its programs and services.
strategies · 13
how they think
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- Neighbors helping neighbors mutual aid model neighbors_helping_neighborsOperates on a community-based mutual aid philosophy where services are delivered by fellow residents, fostering trust, compassion, and social cohesion through peer support.
- Neighbors helping neighbors mutual aid model neighbors_helping_neighborsOperates on a "neighbors helping neighbors" philosophy where services are delivered by fellow community members, fostering mutual aid, trust, and community cohesion to support senior well-being.
- Non-medical community support and social connection community_supportProvides simple, non-medical services and social engagement opportunities to address isolation, support independence, and act as a responsive resource during life transitions in the senior community.
- Non-medical community support for independence independent_living_supportProvides simple, non-medical services such as transportation, household assistance, and social connection to help seniors live independently and navigate unexpected needs or transitions in life.
- Prevention of social isolation through community connection social_connection_and_isolation_preventionAddresses loneliness and social isolation among seniors by intentionally fostering social connections through structured programs and volunteer interactions, improving emotional and psychological well-being.
- Social connection and isolation prevention social_connection_and_isolation_preventionActively combats loneliness and social isolation among seniors by fostering meaningful social interactions and supportive relationships through structured programs and volunteer engagement.
- Village model for aging in place village_model_for_aging_in_placeFollows the national "Village Model" to support seniors in aging in place by providing non-medical services and social resources that promote independence, safety, and quality of life within their homes and community.
- Village model for aging in place and independence village_model_for_aging_in_placeFollows the national Village Model to support seniors in living independently at home by providing practical services and social resources that promote well-being and autonomy.
- Village model for aging in place and independent living village_model_for_aging_in_placeFollows the national Village Model to support seniors in aging in place by providing non-medical services and social resources that promote independence, well-being, and continued residence in their homes.
- Volunteer engagement through meaningful opportunities volunteer_engagementEngages community members as volunteers by offering flexible, rewarding roles that utilize their skills and life experience, strengthening both individual purpose and community capacity.
- Volunteer-driven service delivery with vetting and training volunteer_vetting_and_trainingRelies on a structured volunteer-based model where all service providers are trained, vetted, and insured to ensure safety, quality, and reliability in delivering non-medical support to seniors.
- Volunteer-driven service delivery with vetting and training volunteer_vetting_and_trainingRelies on a robust volunteer-based model where all services are provided by trained, vetted, and insured volunteers, ensuring safety, reliability, and high-quality non-medical support for seniors.
- Volunteer-driven service delivery with vetting and training volunteer_vetting_and_trainingRelies on a structured volunteer-based model where all service providers are trained, vetted, and insured to ensure safety, quality, and reliability, enabling trust and peace of mind for recipients.
named programs · 10
what they call their work
Book Club
A club for members to read and discuss books.
Community Seminars
Educational seminars addressing important topics related to safety and preparedness for the SaddleBrooke community.
Electronics & Hazardous Waste Recycling Event
An annual event for residents to responsibly dispose of hard-to-dispose-of items.
Forms and Documents Team
Volunteers assist members with organizing estate documents, preparing applications, and navigating the initial months of widowhood.
Friendly Contact
A program providing a different kind of help, likely social support or check-ins for members.
Going My Way
Volunteers drive members to medical appointments, grocery shopping, or hair salons.
Helping Hands
Volunteers perform simple tasks around the house or yard such as fixing a doorknob, hanging a picture, troubleshooting a computer, and moving patio furniture.
Men's Social Hour
A social gathering for men in the community, originally for members and volunteers, now expanded.
Music Matinees
Monthly free concerts featuring local performers.
Support Team
A team of retired physicians, nurses, social workers, physical therapists, and a hospice chaplain providing support.
relationships · 8
who they work with
- CIMA Partner — Provides liability insurance for the organization through the Village to Village Network.
- Candid’s GuideStar Partner — Received a Gold Star rating from Candid's GuideStar, an information service specializing in reports on U.S. non-profit companies.
- Golder Ranch Fire Department Partner — Received the Community Recognition Award from the Golder Ranch Fire Department.
- GuideStar Partner — Earned the Gold Seal of Transparency from GuideStar.
- Rotary Club of SaddleBrooke Partner — Received a donated bench made from recycled plastics from the Rotary Club of SaddleBrooke.
- Senior Village at Saddlebrooke Network — Modeled on other "villages" in the United States, indicating participation in a broader national village network.
- True Hire Partner — Vetting company that provides security background checks for volunteers.
- Village to Village Network Network — Provides liability insurance for the organization through CIMA.