Grocery Shopping & Delivery for Seniors in Palo Alto
A local volunteer shops from your list and drops everything off at your door. No app to download. No subscription. No fees.
Getting groceries is harder than it sounds
For a lot of seniors in Palo Alto, a routine trip to the store becomes a real challenge. Difficulty driving, limited mobility, recovery from surgery, or just the effort of carrying bags can turn a weekly grocery run into an ordeal. Some people end up skipping meals or just eating whatever's already in the pantry.
Delivery apps are confusing and expensive. Most people would rather have someone they know walk into a familiar store and pick out the right items.
How VoGro helps with groceries
VoGro matches you with a local volunteer who lives nearby. You give them your grocery list — by phone, on paper, however works for you — and they handle the rest. They shop at the store you prefer, bring everything home, and can help you unpack.
What to expect
Share your grocery list
Call us or submit a request online with your shopping list and preferred store. We'll take it from there.
A volunteer is matched to you
We match you with a background-checked volunteer in your neighborhood. They'll introduce themselves before the first visit.
Your volunteer shops for you
Your volunteer picks up everything on your list. If something is out of stock, they'll call you for a substitute or skip it — your choice.
Groceries brought to your door
Your volunteer brings the groceries home and can help put them away if you'd like. You only pay for the groceries themselves.
Safe and trustworthy
Every VoGro volunteer passes a background check, gives references, and goes through orientation before being matched. You'll always know who's coming, and you can switch volunteers at any time.
Learn more about our safety practices“After my hip replacement, I couldn't get to the store. I asked for help and someone local brought groceries the next day. She even helped me put them away.”
Margaret W.
Old Palo Alto
Need help with groceries?
Tell us what you need. We'll match you with a volunteer in your neighborhood, usually within a day or two.