VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT Wheels, Wags, and Warm Hearts Berks Encore is proud to shine the spotlight on Bob and Jeanette Lake, from Douglassville who have been volunteering with Meals on Wheels Berks County for the past two years. Bob, a retired engineer, and Jeanette, a retired bookkeeper and bartender, are enjoying their retirement years by giving…
Volunteer Spotlight: Marian Freet — A Lifetime of Giving Back For the past 26 years, Marian Freet of Shillington has been a dedicated volunteer with Berks Encore, touching countless lives through her kindness, compassion, and unwavering service. Whether she’s helping in the kitchen to pack meals for the Meals on Wheels program or lending a…
VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT Berkshire Systems Group, Inc.: Delivering Care and Compassion Across Berks County At Berkshire Systems Group, Inc. (BSGI), giving back to the community is more than a motto—it’s part of the company’s DNA. From collecting donations to volunteering during work hours, BSGI believes that strengthening the community means supporting the people who live and…
VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT Robert Riegel – Delivering More Than Just Meals On a recent Monday morning, what started as a routine Meals on Wheels delivery for Robert Riegel turned into a life-saving moment. Robert, a dedicated volunteer with Berks Encore’s Wernersville Center, became concerned when one of his regular clients didn’t answer the door. Noticing that…
Honoring the Value of Showing Love through Action For Lisa Thiry, volunteering with Meals on Wheels is more than just delivering food—it’s about sharing warmth, building connections, and honoring a family legacy of service. For the past five years, Lisa has dedicated herself to the Mifflin Red Route, not only delivering meals but also coordinating…
A Heart for Service For more than two decades, Kimberly Huntsman has been a devoted volunteer bringing more than just nourishment to homebound seniors in Berks County through Meals on Wheels. Her journey began 23 years ago with a group of moms from St. Ignatius Loyola Church and School. They delivered meals regularly, looking for…
A Lifetime of Service At 79, John F. Vogel of Exeter Township embodies the spirit of service. Married for 58 years, he is a proud father of three and grandfather to seven. His volunteer journey began at nine on a farm in Elverson and never stopped. John first engaged with senior services through the Senior…
This March, as we celebrate March for Meals, we recognize the dedicated volunteers who make our Meals on Wheels program possible. Many of our volunteers balance full-time jobs while still finding time to give back. Several businesses in Berks County have Adopted A Route, encouraging their employees to volunteer to deliver meals during work hours….
VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT Helping Seniors Navigate the Complexities of Medicare Ronald J. Keating, 74, of Wyomissing, has dedicated over 40 years to volunteering. Married to his wife, Kathleen, for 47 years, Ron is a proud father of two sons, Tom and William, and grandfather to five. Eight years ago, Ron brought his passion for helping others…
Jim and Faylene Beltz of Hamburg, PA, are a couple whose lives have been defined by a deep commitment to their family, careers, and community. Married for over 40 years, their dedication to helping others shines through in all they do. Faylene, taught third grade for 30 years-27 of those in the Tulpehocken School District…
