Winter Chore Services in Boston

While snowy days bring holiday joy and touching family memories, inclement weather and the busy holidays can throw off caregiver schedules and cause added stress. Luckily, winter chore services can step in to help caregivers and older homeowners stay comfortable, safe, and focused during the winter period.

Here are three examples of chore services in Boston, and how they can help your family this winter.

Snow Shoveling

It’s a property owner’s responsibility to clear the sidewalks and ramps after it snows. This can be a challenge for older adults living at home, individuals with disabilities, and busy caregivers. Rather than risking a fall or stressing over each snowfall, local volunteer services or heavy chore services are options that can help you rest warm at home while someone else handles the snow for you.

Many local churches, community centers, municipal governments, and youth groups also offer volunteer-based snow shoveling services at a reduced cost or free of charge. For example, the City of Somerville runs a Teen Snow Shoveling Program that pairs teenage volunteers with older adults and homeowners with disabilities for the season.

To learn more about inclement weather services in Boston, contact your local municipal government, or Boston ElderINFO by clicking the button below:

Meal Delivery

Winter can be a hectic time with children home from school, stores closing for the holidays, and unpredictable weather shifting plans. If grocery runs or meal prep become impossible, a meal delivery service can help you save precious time and take one thing off your plate.

Many local volunteer centers, community associations, and churches offer meal deliveries. In Boston, the Meals on Wheels program by Ethos provides meals for homebound older adults over 60 years old. To learn more about eligibility, call 617-292-6211.

School Break Camp

For grandparents or families raising school-aged children, winter vacation can be a heartwarming opportunity to spend time together. On the other hand, it can also be a challenge to care for a child while juggling a full-time job and preparing for the holiday.

School break camps can offer grandparents or parents a few days of respite during the busy holiday season by caring for children during normal school hours while their school is out of session.

Mass Audubon offers vacation day programs from December 29th through December 31st at several of their sanctuaries around Massachusetts, providing children with a fun and unique opportunity to play games, hike, and learn about seasonal plants, insects, and animals during the winter. View their calendar and register for a vacation day program through the Mass Audubon website.