Business Details
37 Years
experience
Senior Transportation Services Salem NH
Founded in 1989, Greater Salem Caregivers operates as a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting homebound adults through a network of community volunteers. Our mission focuses on helping seniors maintain independence by providing essential non-medical services, including transportation to medical appointments, grocery shopping assistance, and friendly visiting programs. With over three decades of service, we prioritize personalized care through volunteer-driven initiatives, addressing social isolation and practical needs while fostering community connections.Our team collaborates with healthcare providers, local agencies, and families to ensure comprehensive support tailored to individual circumstances. By leveraging volunteer resources and community partnerships, we bridge critical service gaps that enable seniors to remain in their homes longer. Our structured intake process prioritizes requests based on need, ensuring efficient allocation of volunteer resources while maintaining transparency in service delivery.
Services
Transportation Services
Grocery Shopping
Friendly Visiting
Errand Assistance
Care Coordination
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We've served homebound seniors since 1989 with reliable volunteer-driven support
- Our volunteers provide personalized transportation to medical appointments and errands
- Comprehensive services address both practical needs and social isolation
- Collaboration with healthcare providers ensures coordinated care support
- Structured intake process prioritizes assistance based on individual needs
Services
Transportation Services
Volunteer drivers transport seniors to medical appointments, grocery stores, and essential errands. Our program ensures access to preventative healthcare through reliable transportation to providers in Salem, Manchester, and Boston. Volunteers coordinate schedules to accommodate appointment times while providing door-to-door assistance.
Friendly Visiting
Trained volunteers conduct weekly or bi-weekly visits to address social isolation among homebound seniors. These 1-3 hour visits focus on companionship, conversation, and emotional support while respecting clients' privacy and personal space. The program helps maintain mental well-being through regular human connection.
Grocery Shopping
Volunteers assist with grocery selection, label reading, and transporting purchases to clients' homes. For completely homebound individuals, volunteers shop using client funds to ensure proper nutrition. This service helps seniors maintain independent living through reliable access to essential food supplies.
Care Coordination
Our staff conducts home assessments to determine service needs and eligibility. We coordinate with healthcare providers, family members, and other agencies to create comprehensive care plans. When appropriate, we refer clients to professional services while maintaining ongoing support oversight.
Volunteer Recruitment
We actively recruit and train volunteers to expand our service capacity. Orientation covers elder care best practices, boundary setting, and confidentiality protocols. Volunteers choose their availability levels, with most committing to bi-weekly or monthly service schedules that match their personal capacity.
People
Connie Young
Executive Director
Connie Young leads Greater Salem Caregivers' strategic operations with over 25 years of nonprofit management experience. She oversees volunteer coordination, community partnerships, and program development while maintaining direct client engagement through regular field assessments.
Kathleen Turner
Coordinator of Caregiving Services
Kathleen Turner manages daily service operations and volunteer training programs. With a background in geriatric care coordination, she ensures service quality through volunteer supervision and client need assessments while maintaining community outreach initiatives.
Linda Collier
Administrative Assistant
Linda Collier provides essential administrative support for Greater Salem Caregivers' operations. She manages client communications, appointment scheduling, and volunteer coordination while maintaining organizational records and supporting fundraising efforts.
Questions
What transportation services do you provide for seniors?
We offer door-to-door transportation to medical appointments, grocery stores, and essential errands with volunteer drivers. Service areas include Salem, Manchester, Nashua, and Boston medical facilities.
Are services available for non-drivers?
Yes, we specifically assist adults who can no longer drive due to age-related limitations or medical conditions. Our volunteer drivers provide reliable transportation for necessary appointments and daily tasks.
How do I become a volunteer driver?
Attend one of our monthly volunteer orientation sessions. Complete a background check and receive training on elder care best practices before starting your service commitment.
What donation options exist for supporters?
We accept individual donations, corporate sponsorships, and memorial contributions. Annual fundraising events like our New York-New York Gala support our volunteer operations and service expansion efforts.
