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What does Berks Encore mean to our clients and volunteers?


For Barbara C., it is good to know that someone will be checking on her when they deliver her Meals on Wheels. Several months ago, that delivery literally meant the difference between life and death because her Meals on Wheels volunteer - and Berks Encore-Birdsboro Center Manager Patty Barker, saw that Barbara was ill and needed immediate medical attention. Patty, Barbara says, saved her life. For Patty, she feels blessed that she was there that day so she could provide the assistance that Barbara required.


Here, it is like home. That's how Berks Encore volunteer Gail S. describes Berks Encore-Reading. We're one big happy family here, she says. What a wonderful compliment, especially when just a few months ago, Gail was battling depression and didn't want to leave her home. Today, she's active at the center and has found a purpose.


The following video shares the stories of Barbara and Gail as well as business owner Chris Kraras, mother and daughter Dorene and LuAnn, who have received assistance from Berks Encore. It also shares the growing relationship between Conrad Weiser High School students and the older adults who they are tutoring on technology including laptops, iPads and SmartPhones.


Video production by Turning Point Media.

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Thank You, Ann & Chris Kraras: 2013 Leadership By Example Honorees

Thank you to everyone who joined us as we celebrated the contributions made by Ann and Chris Kraras during our Community Breakfast. Click here to make a donation in their honor.

To view the In Our Lives video, please click here. Thank you!

Spotlight on Senior Hunger

The National Foundation to End Senior Hunger, in partnership with Feeding America, released a report, Spotlight On Senior Hunger to highlight the trends in senior hunger. Click here to learn more and to read this important report.

Early Bird Senior Expo Special

It's not too early to begin thinking about the 2013 Senior Expo, which is scheduled for October 29. Vendors can click here to take advantage of early bird specials or learn how to become a sponsor.

Help Make a Difference; Donate Today!

For almost 50 years, Berks Encore has provided core programs, services, education, advocacy and referrals to Berks County's aging population. Click here to make a donation today.

Enjoy Pasta And Support Berks Encore

Don't know what to make for supper on Wednesday nights? Enjoy Toscani's Pasta Buffet and Berks Encore receives 20% ... and we'll even throw in a $3 coupon! Thank you to our friends at Toscani and to all of our Berks Encore friends who support this delicious deal!

Click here to download your coupon...today!

What do we do?

The mission of BERKS ENCORE is to engage the community to enable older adults to achieve a better quality of life by providing a comprehensive program of services, referrals, education and advocacy.

Calendar of Events


Click here to view a calendar of upcoming events at Berks Encore. You can also search for events at other centers or view events by categories, such as Arts and Crafts, Educational Programs, Medicare Counseling, and, of course, Bingo. Click on the Category dropdown to view all available options.