Instacart+ Grocery Delivery Membership
Instacart+ delivers from 1,400+ retailers including Whole Foods, Costco, and premium specialty stores with same-day delivery and a Senior Assistance feature for seniors who value quality and convenience.
Key Features
- 1,400+ retailers including Whole Foods
- 1-hour and 2-hour delivery windows
- Senior Assistance — pre-substitution check
- No delivery fees with membership
Why seniors love it
Seniors who have stopped driving; luxury-lifestyle seniors who value their time.
Worth knowing
Delivery windows and store selection depend on your zip code — rural areas may have limited options. Instacart Plus includes free delivery on orders over $35; a standard per-item service fee still applies. Fresh produce and meat quality can vary; leaving a preference note in the order instructions helps.
Our Take
For seniors who have reduced driving or who simply prefer not to navigate crowded supermarkets, Instacart+ provides the convenience of same-day premium grocery delivery from stores they already trust. The $99/year membership eliminates all delivery fees and reduces service fees on every order.
The Senior Assistance feature instructs shoppers to contact the customer before making substitutions — important for seniors who require specific brands or formulations of medications, supplements, or dietary products. Strong family gifting angle — adult children frequently purchase Instacart+ for parents as a 'always have food' gift.
Frequently Asked Questions
When enabled, your Instacart shopper will send you a message before substituting any out-of-stock item — letting you approve the substitution or request a cancellation instead.
Yes — Instacart delivers from Costco without requiring the customer to hold a Costco membership. A small non-member surcharge applies.
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