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Southwest Austin Caregivers

3801 N Capital of Tx Hwy, E 240-77, Austin, TX, 78746-1416 512-364-6501 swaustincaregivers@yahoo.com
   
 
Transportation
 
 
Personalized “door to door” transportation provided to medical appointments, shopping, and other destinations for persons unable to drive. Care recipients must be ambulatory with or without a device (cane, walker, etc.). Volunteers do not physically move persons from wheelchairs to vehicles. Services are provided to individuals who live independently in a home or apartment in the community. We do not serve those who live in an assisted living that has transportation available as a part of the living arrangements.
 
 
Errands
 
 
Provide pick-up and delivery of groceries, prescriptions and other items.
 
 
Social Contact
 
 
Create a supportive network for older adults so that isolation and loneliness can be alleviated and overcome through friendly visitors and reassuring telephone calls. Social contact can also serve as a safety assessment.
 
 
Minor Home Repairs
 
 
Assist with minor home repairs and maintenance and yard work.
 
 
Information and Referral
 
 
Networking information from the community & social service organizations and making referrals that meet the needs of older adults is provided.
 
 
Education
 
 
Providing speakers and participating in workshops that offer information and practical help for individuals and families.
 
 
“Caregivers are neighbors helping neighbors”
 

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