NEST is known for its “just one phone call” approach for members to call to receive services varying from support (rides, running errands, household tasks), peace of mind (easy access to trusted vendors and organizations) and community (social and educational programs).

Now members will be able to call after hours.

“Emergencies rarely happen during regular office hours. Having the means to easily connect to our vetted vendors if a plumbing, electrical or heating/cooling incident happens and we are not in the office gives our members, their family and neighbors peace of mind” say Judy Kinney, NEST Executive Director. “Beginning May 8th, rather than fending for themselves or waiting, NEST members who experience an after-hours emergency can access our trusted vendors by calling the NEST office.”

In addition, over a year after establishing a solid foundation of members and volunteers, NEST is expanding its dues options by providing a monthly alternative for paying annual membership fees.

“Because so many seniors are on fixed incomes, we’re trying this approach to make accessing NEST’s volunteers, vendors and enrichment activities more convenient,” Kinney said. More information on becoming a NEST member or volunteer is available at 206.525.6378, http://www.nestseattle.org, or on Saturday, May 11th, from 2:00-3:00 pm at the Northeast Library, 6801 35th Ave. N.E.

NEST, a 501(c)3 non-profit, was founded in response to the growing preference among older adults to remain in their homes as they age. With more than 23,000 individuals over the age of 60 and no senior center in its service area, NEST is a vital resource for people who desire to age confidently in their communities and in their homes

Transportation, social connections, computer assistance and household maintenance are members’ top requests. To date, more than 100 volunteers have been trained to support NEST members with errands, household tasks, and rides to medical appointments, the hairdresser, or the grocery store. On more than 230 occasions, NEST volunteers have given members rides to the places they want to go.

By helping people who live south of NE Northgate Way/NE 110th Street, east of Interstate 5, north of the Montlake cut, and west of Lake Washington, NEST fosters community connections, vitality, and stability.

For more information about NEST contact Judy Kinney, NEST executive director at judy@nestseattle.org, 206.525.6378, http://www.nestseattle.org.