Services

Low-Cost Home Computers & Internet for Seniors

Thinking about taking the computer-at-home plunge? Hamline Midway Elders partners with PCs for People, a nonprofit making home computers more accessible to those at or below 200% of poverty level (around 2147/mo for a single person).  Refurbished laptops sell for about $200, PCs start at $75 plus cost of monitor (around $25), monthly internet ($15/month through this program), and cost of an internet router (internet device-around $100). If you qualify, and want help purchasing a low-cost computer through our partnership with PCs for People, contact Monica Gallagher at (651) 209-6542.  Unfortunately, we cannot help pay for the computer at this time—but we can help our neighbors 60+ who qualify get a great deal.

Helping Seniors With Daily Living By Facilitating:

  • Transportation.
  • Shopping.
  • Seasonal chore assistance including raking & shoveling.
  • Telephone reassurance.
  • Friendly visits.
  • Meal & grocery delivery (store to door, Meals on Wheels & more).
  • Volunteer respite.
  • Caregiver support.
  • Socialization.
  • Referrals for delivery services, minor home repairs, modifications & counseling.
  • In-home nursing & home health (usually through Recover Health).
  • Technology assistance (e.g. cell phone, computer)

Screening, Application Assistance & Referrals

We can help you get screening, application assistance, and referrals for:

  • Reputable housekeeping.
  • Handyman services.
  • Yard maintenance.
  • Grocery delivery.
  • Meals on Wheels.
  • Vision loss resources.
  • Adaptive equipment.
  • Professional caregiver support.
  • Financial planning and tax services.
  • Legal and estate planning services.
  • Professional caregiver support.
  • Health care, and more.

Additional Services

Hamline Midway Elders staff provide the following services:

  • On-going support and consultation for elders and caregivers.
  • Shopping for and delivering specialized medical equipment or adaptive gadgets for the home.
  • "Second Tuesday" educational luncheon events.
  • Rides to medical appointments and/or help with scheduling.
  • Health care advocacy - Staff available to help plan transitions from hospital to care center to home including  involvement in care conferences with facility staff and/or family members.
  • Low vision assessment and basic vision aids and equipment free of charge
  • "Gifts for Seniors" - Holiday gift delivery to elders at home.

Call us at (651) 209-6542, or email us at info@hmelders.org to schedule a free home or office visit.