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Errand Services for Seniors

November 1, 2014 By Mark Hager

Errand services for seniors may be a great add-on service for your existing business or the idea to help you start your business. It is a fast growing business idea, with millions of older consumers who could use services like this.

Errand services for seniors are a perfect way to help elderly people who are aging in place, and those that are temporarily or permanently home bound. Many times those aging in place just need someone to help deliver items, mail packages or pick things up from the store. Some of the services you can offer are similar to those you might offer with a personal assistant for seniors business.

This business idea may be well-suited for you if you enjoy helping others, working with older people, don’t mind driving or doing odd jobs for people.

Errand services for seniors ideas

    Errand services for seniors - Business Ideas

  • Mailing or shipping, package delivery
  • Light grocery shopping
  • Delivering home health supplies
  • Drop-off services (dry cleaning, prescriptions, gifts)
  • Returns (store purchases, videos, etc.)
  • Meal delivery
  • Holiday, gift or personal shopping
  • Car washes or vehicle service

Errand services tips

There are so many types of errands seniors need help with; be flexible and imaginative.

Think about how using your errand services for seniors service might benefit your customers.

Spend a few minutes to learn about each client to discover how you can help them maintain their quality of life. You can get great ideas to add new errands from these conversations.

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About Mark Hager

By Mark Hager
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Mark is the Founder of AgeInPlace.com. He also is a consultant and mentor who helps business and organizational leaders serving older adults and their families.

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