Membership Benefits
Is membership with Wicomico at Home right for you?
Wicomico at Home can be a great fit for most people who are looking to be part of a neighbors-helping-neighbors program. To express interest and ask questions, please contact Nancy Walsh, by emailing [email protected] or call 410-742-0505 x171.
Members typically are:
- An older adult (50+), living in Wicomico County looking to be part of a community of helping and supporting one another to maintain independent living.
- Able to advocate for themselves, such as asking for rides accurately and in advance, identifying needs and giving, or following instructions.
Example Services
General
- Companionship and conversation
- Respite for a family caregiver
- Sharing of stories, photographs and memories
- Game playing, including puzzles
Transportation (with member)
- Medical appointments
- Social and cultural events
- Hairdresser and barber appointments
- Grocery shopping
- Veterinary appointments
- After-hours events
Errands
- Grocery purchases
- Shopping for clothing and gifts
- Prescription pickups
Technical Assistance
- Cellphone and email setup
- Simple computer tasks and troubleshooting
- Programming thermostats, TVs, remote controls, and other electronics
Household Help
- General organization
- Minor household chores
- Food organization and labeling
- Plant care
- Occasional pet care
Personal Business Assistance
- Checkbook balancing
- Data entry
- Communications
- Scheduling
- Recordkeeping
Telephone Check-ins
- Friendly conversations
- Well-being checks
- Assessment of needs
Miscellaneous Tasks
- Light bulb replacement
- Smoke alarm checks
- Screen and storm window installation and removal
- Picture hanging
- Refrigerator cleaning
- Mattress turning
- Simple repairs
Please note: For the safety of all of our members and volunteers, Wicomico at Home is not able to provide all services for seniors experiencing advanced care needs or dementia. The Wicomico at Home staff and volunteers review membership applications to determine which Wicomico at Home services are a good fit to meet a member’s needs.