Belmont UMC Encore program helps seniors with home projects

From fixing loose fence boards to assembling bookcases, installing shelves, replacing toilet flush levers, repairing door latches, installing toilet risers and towel racks, changing hard-to-reach light bulbs, and even assembling and installing a yard trellis, Belmont UMC’s ENCORE volunteers have been busy helping neighbors with small home projects. We are so grateful for these amazing volunteers who generously share their time, skills, and compassion to serve others in our community!

Do you have a small home repair or project that’s been waiting to get done? The Belmont UMC ENCORE Program is here to help! Please note that we do not provide ongoing maintenance or perform work that requires a licensed professional.

If you could use a helping hand, call or text Bart Perkey at 615-613-1915 or email Bart Perkey. Our volunteers are standing by and ready to help!

Belmont UMC’s Encore Home Help Ministry is here to help with small household projects, and the impact has been big:

I’m so grateful for the Encore Home Help Ministry! They recently helped me with a couple of projects, and their skill and kindness really impressed me. I only wish I had called them sooner! – Mary Crichton

We thought we needed a new front door lock, but ENCORE Home Help saved the day! Jim Robinson came, made a few careful adjustments, and had it working perfectly in minutes—no new lock needed. We’re so grateful for this valuable service! – Jim and Starr Strickland

I’m grateful for the diligence Bart used in assembling my printer stand. He also fixed a door hinge! – Nancy Holland

Skilled, kind, and ready to serve – this team is making a real difference in our church community.

Photo: Bart Perkey puts together a printer stand for one of our members.

Do you ever need help with tasks like changing a hard-to-reach light bulb, replacing a smoke alarm battery, or hanging a picture? Belmont UMC’s Encore Ministry now offers a “Home Help” service for members aged 60 and over!

At your request, a Belmont volunteer can assist you with various tasks, including:

• hang a picture, mirror, etc.
• replace hard to reach light bulbs
• replace a toilet seat
• put up and take down decorations (Christmas, Easter, etc.)
• replace a battery in a smoke alarm
• install a battery operated smoke alarm, door bell/camera
• replace a dead bolt lock, door latch, screen door closer
• remove, replace, or add a shelf
• patch and repaint nail holes where a picture had been hung
• put together a bookcase, chair, or other item that requires assembly

Please note that this service does not include ongoing maintenance tasks like cleaning, lawn mowing, or window washing, nor tasks requiring a licensed professional, such as electrical, plumbing, or carpentry work.

Getting help is easy! Simply call or text Bart Perkey at 615-613-1915 and share what you need. Bart will assign a volunteer who will contact you, arrange a convenient time, and provide the assistance you requested.