


A nonprofit agency helping senior citizens and persons with disabilities keep the two things they cherish most... their homes and their independence.
One of the most innovative aspects of Umbrella is our workforce. For the most part, we use senior citizens. Our handy persons have the skills to get the job done! In fact, some have more than 30 years of experience in various trades. Equally important, because most of our handy persons only work to supplement their income, they are able work for less. We pass this savings on to our members. In the Capital District region alone, more than 100 retirees provide services.
Emergency assistance is just a phone call away-- 24 hours-a-day -- seven days a week. If a pipe bursts, a window breaks or the furnace won't start, trained Umbrella staff are ready and able to help correct the problem. In fact, handymen are sent to the member's home within 90 minutes of being called