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What's happening

Welcome to ‘What’s Happening’ – the heart of PartnersInCare.org! Dive into our world where compassion meets action. Join us on a journey of community, support, and empowerment as we shine a spotlight on the stories, events, and initiatives shaping the lives of our Older Adult Members for the better. From uplifting testimonials to impactful projects, discover the joy of making a difference.

Testimonials From Ride Partners

"We have worked with Partners in Care for years and use their vans and crew to transport our assisted living residents to events around the area. Their staff is beyond friendly, accommodating and always willing to exceed expectations and take the utmost care in the safety and enjoyment of our residents. Could not recommend them more highly and we consider ourselves very fortunate to work with such a quality organization."
J. Thompson

Data Care - Frequently Asked Questions

Data Care is a program that provides information to protect PIC member’s personal information while using their electronic devices and credit cards. How to defend ones data against hackers and scammers. Reduce your fear of technology as you learn to confidently explore the cyber world.
Member of PIC have priority however nonmembers may attend for a small nominal fee.
Classes are scheduled 3 – 4 times a year as long as we have volunteers to facilitate them.
Members are given information how to build strong passwords, how to store passwords securely and how to report illegal activity.
There is no cost for members as long as they have met their commitment to the organization.

Available Models

PERS - Frequently Asked Questions

PERS stands for Personal Emergency Response Service. PERS is a medical alert system supported by PIC for emergency incidents

Yes, PERS is a fee for service system for monitoring members who might be at risk for falls or another emergency event. The cost of the program depends on which unit the members selects.

Both members and non-members of PIC program can participate in this program.

No, the system is monitored by another organization called Connect America. However, PIC is notified should a member have an emergency event and someone from the Member Care office will contact the member the following day to check on him or her.

Phone Buddies - Frequently Asked Questions

A phone buddy is someone who answers the request of another member who wishes to have someone call them.
Any member of PIC can be a phone buddy.
In our new setup, each member must initiate a call and also receive a call from another member. During each call, they’re required to engage in conversation for a minimum of 15 minutes.
Calls should last no longer than 20 minutes.
Yes, as long as your volunteer agrees to speak to a Member once a week.
Yes, the member making the call is required to report to the PIC office the dates and times of each call. Each member is reminded that all calls are confidential and no information received during the calls should be shared.