ElderNet provides free practical services for older and disabled neighbors in Lower Merion and Narberth through a corps of dedicated volunteers.

Description:
ElderNet of Lower Merion and Narberth is a non-profit organization begun in 1976 by representatives of community, religious and governmental groups. ElderNet serves adults of all ages, especially the disadvantaged, or persons over 60.

ElderNet helps older and younger disabled neighbors remain independent and provides a variety of practical, free services so they can lead full, satisfying lives.

Eldernet also gives information to older people, and their families, who are facing special circumstances and needs.

ElderNet is staffed by professional social workers and trained volunteers. ElderNet receives funds from Montgomery County Office on Aging, Lower Merion Township, the Borough of Narberth and from community residents, businesses, churches,synagogues and other groups. ElderNet is a United Way Donor Option Agency (03022).

History:
ElderNet of Lower Merion and Narberth is a non-profit organization begun in 1976 by representatives of community, religious and governmental groups. ElderNet serves adults of all ages, especially the disadvantaged, or persons over 60. The founders saw that older residents of Lower Merion and Narberth were often not affluent, and many could not afford to pay for escorted transportation services and other small services that could extend the time they were able to live independently and safely in their own suburban homes or apartments. The solution as they saw it, was NEIGHBOR HELPING NEIGHBOR. Since then, a wonderful group of dedicated volunteers continues their vision by helping with chores, shopping, medical and governmental appointments and other needed tasks.

The assignments are varied, and they can be scheduled to accommodate the varied schedules of an active individual. The volunteers enjoy working one-to-one with, and getting to know, so many interesting clients.

Contact people:

Beth Fast, Volunteer Director, (phone), (email) Elaine Swyer, Social Worker, (phone), (email)

Address:

9 South Bryn Mawr Ave. Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.eldernetonline.org

Directions:

Bryn Mawr is the office location. Clients live in their own homes and apartments throughout Lower Merion Township and Narberth Borough, and shop in proximity to their homes.   Nearest Bus Stop: 105, <5 minute walk For maps or information, please see http://www.septa.com/

Miscellaneous Information

Are court referrals welcomed?
	No