Practical Services

Take advantage of Newton at Home's volunteers to get things done in your house or apartment and around town. Here is a sampling of some of the services our volunteers provide to Full members:

Projects and Repairs

• Minor home repairs typically done by a handyman
• Replacement of ceiling light bulbs and smoke and carbon monoxide alarm batteries
• Trash barrel curbside placement and removal
• Seasonal tasks such as installing or removing storm windows and window air conditioners

 Convenience

• Prescription and dry cleaning pickup
  
• Home check if you are away

Technology Assistance

• Computer/printers/fax machines
• DVD players
• Cell phone
• Television
• Wi-Fi
• Facebook

Personal Assistance

• Daily telephone check-in calls if requested
• Reading to members with impaired vision
• Friendly visits
• Bill paying assistance
• Organizing and clearing clutter
• Assistance in understanding vendor contracts
• Services During and After Hospitalization or Rehabilitation

 Gardening and Lawn Care 

• Planting
• Weeding
• Leaf raking