Friendly help & extra hands
for seniors in Austin.
Senior Sidekick connects local student volunteers with older adults who need help with errands, technology, lifting & moving light items, and friendly check-ins. Always free, always respectful.
*We currently serve seniors in Austin, Texas and nearby neighborhoods.
What Senior Sidekick Can Help With
We focus on simple, practical support that makes everyday life a little easier for older adults—while building real connection between generations.
Errands & Everyday Tasks
We handle quick errands so you don’t have to. You choose the store and time; we handle the driving and carrying.
- 🛒 Grocery pickup & drop-off (H-E-B, Target, etc.)
- 💊 Pharmacy runs & basic household items
- 📦 Mail & package pickup (porch-safe)
Technology Help
Patient, one-on-one help with everyday technology so you can stay connected with family, friends, and doctors.
- 📱 Smartphones: contacts, texting, photos, apps
- 💻 Email, Zoom, and telehealth appointments
- 📺 TV streaming setup (Netflix, YouTube, etc.)
Extra Hands & Companionship
Sometimes you just need a little help and a friendly face. Sidekicks provide both.
- 📦 Light lifting & moving small/medium items
- 🚮 Trash bin pull-out/return, small tasks
- 🤝 Outdoor visits, walks, and conversation
How It Works
We keep it simple and safe. Seniors (or family members) can request help in just a few minutes.
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Request a Sidekick.
Call us or fill out the online form with your name, address, and what you need help with. -
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We match a volunteer.
A student Sidekick confirms the details and schedules a time. -
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We show up & help.
Your Sidekick arrives at the agreed time, completes the task, and checks in that everything looks good.
There is no charge for seniors. If you’d like to support gas and supplies in the future, we’ll share donation options—but service stays free.
Who Can Request Help?
Senior Sidekick is designed for older adults in the Austin area who:
- 👵 Are 65+ (or younger with mobility challenges)
- 🚗 Would appreciate help with errands, tech, or lifting
- 🏠 Live in Austin or nearby neighborhoods
Family members or caregivers are welcome to submit requests on behalf of a senior.
Safety First, Always
We take safety seriously—for seniors and for our student volunteers. Here are our core safety rules.
For Seniors
- 🚪 Doorstep-only service unless otherwise arranged
- 💳 No cash handling; we use pre-paid or store pickup
- 📞 Clear communication about who is coming & when
For Volunteers
- 👨👩👧 Parents know each errand and have location sharing
- 🌙 No errands after dark for new volunteers
- 📍 Only safe, pre-approved neighborhoods
Respect & Privacy
- 🤝 Always respectful, patient, and non-judgmental
- 🔒 No posting photos without explicit permission
- 📝 Basic records kept only for scheduling & safety
Become a Senior Sidekick
Are you a high school or college student in Austin who wants meaningful service hours and real connection with older adults?
Why Volunteer?
- 🎓 Earn community service hours for school & college apps
- 🧡 Make a real difference for seniors in your community
- 🧠 Build leadership, empathy, and communication skills
We provide simple guidelines and support—no prior experience required.
To apply as a volunteer, please share your name, school, age, and why you want to be a Sidekick. A parent or guardian will need to sign a permission form if you are under 18.
We especially welcome bilingual (English/Spanish) volunteers to support Spanish-speaking seniors in Austin.
I'm interested — contact meRequest Help or Get In Touch
Seniors, family members, and potential volunteers can reach us in any of these ways. We’ll respond as quickly as we can.
Contact Senior Sidekick Austin
Phone: 737-235-9493
Email: seniorsidekicks91@gmail.com
Form: Senior Sidekick Service Request Form
Please do not share sensitive medical or financial details in the form. We’ll follow up by phone if we need more information.
You can generate a QR code for your Google Form and upload it as an image.