Councils may have volunteers who help seniors with tasks like shoveling snow, and may have a list of people who offer services at a reduced rate. Many also sponsor support groups on themes such as caregiving or specific illnesses. Councils offer classes on topics such as computers and crafts. Councils offer financial counseling, including help with checkbooks, bank statements, bills, record-keeping and taxes. Some councils also offer insurance information.
Councils offer classes and activities like walking groups, yoga and dance.
Some also offer nutrition counseling. Fees vary for these services. Usually, clients must be homebound. Other services may be available for a fee. These services vary depending on whether a council has its own vehicle or depends on volunteer drivers.