Frequently Asked Questions
1. What's a virtual village?
A virtual village is an organization of members and volunteers which provides services members want and need so that they can remain at home as long as possible, maintaining independence, and being actively engaged in local civic and cultural activities. For more on this, see Learn More
2. When did Methow At Home begin offering services to Members?
December 1st, 2015.
3. How does Methow At Home work with existing service organizations?
Methow At Home partners with Lookout Coalition, Room One, Okanogan Palliative Care, Family Health Center, and Jamie's Place to proactively address aging-related issues in the community.
4. What services are provided?
The programs and services offered by Methow At Home are based on member needs and preferences and include things like:
- Social events like light hiking, bird watching, happy hours, game nights, potlucks
- Transportation to medical appointments, shopping, errands, social and educational events
- Household support including minor handyman services, light housekeeping, light gardening or snow shoveling
- Personal support including pet walking, social support with a home visit, meal preparation, temporary respite care and help de-cluttering
- Technical support for PC's or Mac's and other electronics
- Referral to vetted professionals (paid by the members directly) such as handymen, plumbers, and electricians when the requested service is beyond the scope of a volunteer
- Empowering educational activities on health and wellness, aging in place, and so much more
5. What does it cost?
Membership dues are $240 per year for an individual, $360 per year for a two person (or more) household at the same address.
6. Is Membership fee assistance available?
Scholarships for membership fees are available. Methow At Home has received donations from individuals and grants from the Community Foundation of North Central Washington to support full or partial memberships for those who need assistance.
Reach out to Methow At Home to get started on a scholarship application 509.996.5844