FAQs

Neighbors Network is a self-governing, Member-driven, nonprofit organization designed for active older adults who want to continue living in their own homes with confidence that they can get support for some of the tasks and activities they may want help with. We provide Volunteer services and social opportunities that add to the quality of their lives. The assistance of Volunteers and community partners, and the availability of professional service providers recommended by members, enhances our mission: Neighbors Helping Neighbors Stay Independent, Active, Connected.

Beacon Hill Village in Boston was the first village model organization in 2001. Now there are 200 operating villages across the country with several hundred in the planning stage. Most villages have members age 55+ and most have a defined geographic area.

Adults 55+ who want to continue living independently in their own homes, condos or apartments as they grow older and who value the connection to a support network for both the practical tasks of keeping a home, as well as their social needs. Our Members live within our service area, comprised of these nine zip code communities.

32751 Maitland, Eatonville

32789, 32792 Winter Park

32804 College Park

32803 Orlando, north of Colonial

32814 Baldwin Park

32730 Fern Park

32707 Casselberry

32701 Altamonte Springs below 436, including Spring Valley and Spring Lake Hills 

Some of our Volunteers are also Members; some are local adults who support their community; others are young people with a commitment to Volunteer service. Volunteers provide assistance to our Members and also to the organization through office support and community outreach. All Volunteers who work with our Members have passed a background check and all drivers have passed a Motor Vehicle Operator Check.

Typical Volunteer services include things like: basic household tasks that are difficult for the member to do, minor home  repairs, closet reorganizing, bringing unwanted items to a donation center or books to the library, organizing paperwork, assisting with moving items in the home, helping with cell phones and other technology, reading to a Member whose vision has diminished, helping with seasonal yard work, driving to medical appointments, assisting with grocery shopping, friendly phone calls or visits, and much more.

When a member needs a professional service provider for work that is beyond the scope of what our volunteers do, i.e., roofing, plumbing problems, etc., Neighbors Network gathers names of professional service providers known and trusted by Members, Volunteers and others in the community. These may include specialized tasks like appliance repair, carpet cleaning, handyman service, and tree removal. Members contact the service providers directly, assess their services and costs, and then contract with and pay for services directly with their chosen service provider.

Individual Membership is $300 if paid annually, $375 if paid quarterly ($93.75 per quarter)

Household Membership (2-3 people) is $400 if paid annually, $500 if paid quarterly ($125 per quarter). 

Reduced Fee Membership scholarships may be available based on eligibility and if we have funds to support it. A Member Application is available by clicking here. A home visit by a Neighbors Network Ambassador (an experienced Volunteer) provides an opportunity for further questions and information exchange. Contact Neighbors Network at 321-209-2775 with questions or to have an application mailed to you. You’re welcome to apply at our website: https://neighborsnetworkfl.org/membership/become-a-member/membership-application-form

Membership is not tax deductible since services and benefits are received by Members. 

All Neighbors Network volunteers have been vetted. They have passed a criminal and sex offender background check and volunteer drivers also have passed a motor vehicle background check. Our volunteers are an important part of the Neighbors Network community.

Members are welcome to request up to 4 rides per month with an individual membership and up to 6 rides per month with a household membership. All Neighbors Network Volunteer drivers have been background checked, including motor vehicle. Members may also request rides to the group activities planned each month. These rides are provided above and beyond the 4 or 6 rides per month. to member activities may include another member. 

Neighbors Network is not a healthcare provider and does not provide in-home hands-on care.