Senior Intervention Group to meet aging in place needs. Senior Intervention Group/Stacey M. Burton

The Senior Intervention Group (SIG) is a grass roots effort which began to accommodate seniors throughout the Lake Mary community who cannot perform basic tasks and chores. These are often urgent, but not life-threatening needs. The local police department was determined to full the need and is working to link area churches and local businesses to designate volunteers, and donate discounted products or services. Immediate assistance provided to seniors includes: basic home or vehicle repair, transportation, short-term financial assistance, yard work, elder abuse/neglect prevention, food delivery, furniture moving, pet care, home health, safety equipment, health education. As word spreads about SIG, more elderly residents call, confirming the need for greater outreach and funds, as not all needs can be met through volunteers. Unlike some government programs, SIG is meeting needs without the waiting list. Our vision is to grow program outreach, at least county-wide.