OUR MISSION:
OUR MISSION
We are a non-profit consortium of Mathews neighbors whose purpose
is to support each other's goal to age at home by sharing tasks and
services
Officers and Directors as of Jan. 1,2024
Ula Ilnytzky, President
Catherine Zych, Vice President
Elizabeth "Libby" Boyer, Treasurer/Webmaster
Diane Congrove, Secretary
Additional Board Members:
Lynn May, Social Programs Director Nan Duff,Social Programs Director
Sharon Leary, Care Coordinator Merle Guy, Membership Director
Tim Hill, Ambassador. Willie Hubbard, Director at large
Nanci Reaves, Director at large
Peter Clendenin, Director Emeritis
WELCOME TO THE MATHEWS PATH COMMUNITY
We are group of friends and neighbors whose goal is to help each other age at home for as long as possible. Remember, PATH is you, and working together, we can make a real difference in the experience of aging at home. As a volunteer, you’ll have the satisfaction of being part of a community effort to improve the quality of life in Mathews. If you need assistance, you can get help from your neighbors with some of the tasks that may be difficult for you. Your membership in Mathews PATH will be a rewarding experience.
HERE'S HOW IT WORKS
When you need a service within PATH’s scope, you can telephone our coordinator on a dedicated line. The coordinator will schedule members’ requests for assistance and find volunteers to fulfill the request. The line will be open from 9:00 a.m. To 11:00 a.m. from Monday to Saturday At other times, you can leave a message with your name, number and request. Please try to call 48 hours in advance to give the coordinator time to locate a volunteer. The coordinator will call you back with the volunteer’s name and number. The day before the service is scheduled, the volunteer will call you to confirm the time and your address.
CULTURAL OUTINGS
There are interesting museum exhibits and musical performances all around us, but sometimes driving to Richmond, Newport News or Norfolk seems daunting. From time to time, PATH may schedule group bus trips to selected events throughout the year so that you can travel worry-free and enjoy art and music previously difficult to access. Cost sharing will make these ventures reasonable for all.
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
We age more gracefully when we can keep our minds engaged. PATH will invite speakers of interest to talk to members on a number of topics such as health, history or hobbies.
SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
Being part of a social group is an important strategy for ensuring healthy aging. PATH will schedule gatherings for members through the year. It may be a picnic or an ice cream social or some other activity. If you’re willing to host a gathering, let a board member know. These events will help PATH members connect as a community and share stories about their lives and experiences.
REASONS TO JOIN PATH
PATH fills a gap in the ability of other agencies to provide services to residents who prefer to remain in their homes in their senior years rather than move to a continuing care retirement community, an assisted living facility, or a nursing home.
It offers services that address the practical, emotional, social and medical barriers to independent living, thereby allowing members to enjoy the comfort and familiarity of their own homes, even when faced with illness or limited mobility.
The services PATH offers enables members to call for specific help without feeling they are imposing on their friends and neighbors.
SOME OF THE SERVICES PATH
CAN PROVIDE
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Transportation to and from appointments and shopping
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Assistance with computers and electronics
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Help with financial and personal paperwork
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Phone check-ins with those living alone and unable to leave their homes
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Meetings with informational talks, social events
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Light handyman tasks
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Help transitioning to home from hospital or nursing care
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Facilitate sharing of medical equipment
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Caregiver relief when needed
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Meals when ill
Need a good roofer? Ask our PATH coordinator for other member's experiences and the names of roofers they recommend. Need help with yard work? See if someone has a person who they recommend. By sharing information through our PATH coordinator, you can tap into the experience, expertise and recommendations of fellow members.
SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES
PATH provides a number of opportunities to "get out of the house" and meet "old friends" and make new ones! From ice cream socials to interesting and informative programs, members get together at least once per month. Nearly every program includes refreshments which allows ample time to meet and greet others. A list of programs and upcoming upcoming social opportunities can be found on the Events page.
MEMBERSHIP TYPES
PATH has two types of memberships available:
Membership Options: Membership runs for a 12- month period from the date PATH officially accepts a membership agreement and appropriate payment. The annual membership may be renewed on the end of the first quarter following the anniversary date of membership, subject to agreement of the Member(s) and payment of the applicable annual fee.
Standard Individual: Access to all volunteer services, social activities, and list of vetted vendors. One (1) member in household.
Standard Household: Access to all volunteer services, social activities, and list of vetted vendors. Two (2) members in household. .
MEMBERSHIP FEES
For Individual Member the Fee for One (1) Year is $125; Two (2) Years is $250
For Household Members the Fee for One (1) Year is $200; Two (2) Years is $400
PRIVACY STATEMENT
In order to fulfill its purpose, PATH, through its board, staff and volunteers needs to collect or may become aware of personal information relating to members, volunteers and donors of PATH. When appropriate, PATH collects personal information directly from the person concerned or with the knowledge and consent of that person. PATH does not sell, rent, exchange, or share personal information for use in marketing or solicitations of any kind. PATH board members, staff and volunteers commit annually to respect members’ personal information and will not disclose it to others except as necessary to carry out PATH’s support of its membership.
