Volunteers: Our Heroes
Berks Encore's volunteers are truly unsung heroes and we appreciate each and every one of them and every single hour that they contribute. Berks Encore was privileged in 2010 to have 1,466 heroes help us make a difference in the lives of Berks County Senior Citizens. We rely on these often silent, yet strong and extremely dedicated volunteers to reach the Berks County aging population. The strength of our agency and its message is continually made stronger thanks to their efforts.
Our volunteers provide a variety of services including packing and delivering meals, preparing taxes, counseling people on Medicare and HelpLink, wrapping gifts during the Christmas holiday, volunteering at the centers or during special events, labeling our monthly newsletter, completing general office or clerical work, performing with the chorus or orchestra, and creating beautiful works of art. Without a doubt, they are an essential part in bringing aging services to everyone who needs them.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteering is easy. You can do it on your own or as part of a special program at your place of work. It's also a great opportunity for students who need to fulfill community service requirements. We are currently looking for the following types of volunteers:
- APPRISE Counselors:
Assist clients during Medicare Open Enrollment (October 15-December 7)
- APPRISE Telecenter Helpline:
Answer questions via the APPRISE Hotline, an 800 number that is available to anyone who has Medicare/Medicaid questions
- Chorus:
If you enjoy singing, this group is for you!
- Friendly Visitor:
Brighten an older person's day by visiting with them once a week
- Gift Wrapping:
December 10-24 at The Berkshire Mall – We are looking for businesses who can fill several spots or individuals who can work anytime between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m.
- Grocery Shopping:
Volunteer to shop for groceries and deliver them to an older adult who finds it difficult to do so on his/her own
- Meals on Wheels:
Specifically in the Hamburg, Shillington, Sinking Spring and Temple areas
- Orchestra:
Looking for strings as well as brass players
- Preparing Taxes:
Assist low-income seniors with tax preparation
- Senior Expo:
Assist with the 2011 Senior Expo, scheduled for October 25 at The Body Zone Sports and Wellness Complex
