This program matches volunteers skilled in budgeting with people who are unstable financially due to their limited knowledge or abilities. The goal is, wherever possible, to teach the individuals to manage their money on their own. The client's income is deposited into his or her own checking account in the Little Sisters' name. The payee uses these checks to pay the client's bills. The Little Sisters sign every check and receive the bank statements.
Payees visit their clients often to ensure their well-being.
In most cases, the payee informally assumes the role of advocate for the client, interfacing with business and professional people for them. This program helps to keep people from falling into crisis situations. Good Neighbors Good Neighbor volunteers help people who are homebound. Many of the homebound receive help with bathing and performing exercises prescribed by the doctor. For others, the volunteers do household tasks or errands outside the home, such as getting prescriptions and supplies.