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FULL MEMBERSHIP
Our services, provided by a network of experienced volunteers, include:
Transportation
Our vetted drivers can take you to events, shops, and medical appointments, and take you home when you are ready to go.
Friendly Visits and Calls
Our volunteers are always happy to drop by for a cup of tea, or check in with a call to see how your day is going.
Shopping Help
We can transport you to and from the supermarket and help you with your shopping cart while you are there.
Errand-running
If you need a prescription or to pick up an item or two from the grocery store, our volunteers can deliver the items right to your home.
Household Maintenance
Changing light bulbs, paint touch-ups, furniture assembly, and basic carpentry are a few of the household services we can provide.
Assistance with Electronics and Paperwork
We’ll help with setting up electronic gadgets and filling out forms or other paperwork.
Referral Services
If you need a service that is not provided by a volunteer at Palisades Village, we can connect you to health care services, contractors, and others.
Reading Out Loud
If you are sight-impaired, our volunteers will come to your home to read your important correspondence and other materials.
Gardening and Yard Work
If you need help with raking leaves, pulling weeds, or other yard services, we’ll provide up to two hours of assistance.
Medical Note-Taker
If you need someone to take notes during a medical appointment, a volunteer can accompany you and take notes while you talk to the doctor.
SOCIAL MEMBERSHIP
Our programs and activities are provided by staff and volunteers, including:
Social
We offer many opportunities throughout the year to gather with other members for holiday dinners, summer BBQs, happy hours, and other social events.
Cultural
We organize trips to museums, shows, and other cultural venues.
Educational
We hold author talks, discussions of topical issues, trips to popular DC sites, and other opportunities.
Other activities
We have a variety of clubs, classes, and other group activities for exercising, sharing hobbies, playing games, and other popular interests.
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"Just knowing that there is someone trustworthy to call is the greatest gift of Palisades Village. Our needs are minimal now, but time could change that, so we appreciate your being there."
QUESTIONS?
Email or call to set up an appointment or talk with a staff member directly.
[email protected]
202.244.3310
Palisades Village is a registered 501 (c) (3) non-profit, charitable organization.
Full membership fees are $600 for individuals and $900 for households. Reduced fees are available for low-income members.
Social members' annual dues are $330; which is fully tax deductible
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