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…
VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT A Lifetime of Giving Back At 75, Meridith Gaskins is a shining example of a life dedicated to helping others. Living in Douglassville with her husband, Fred, Meridith cherishes her close-knit family, including their three children and four grandchildren, who all live nearby. With a bachelor’s degree in education from Mansfield University, Meridith…
Barbara Shares her Story of why she enjoys volunteering and giving back to her community! Meet Barbara Kline Geisler, a dedicated volunteer with a heart for service. At 69, Barbara lives in Shillington and is surrounded by family— her daughter, two grandsons, one granddaughter, and her three cherished cats, Stella, Sherman, and Sally. After a…
Berks Encore hosted a Volunteer Appreciation Picnic on Thursday, September 12th at Maiers Grove Park in Blandon. The event welcomed 130 volunteers who were honored for their dedication to helping Berks Encore serve Berks County seniors with an array of services from Meals on Wheels to Medicare counseling, office support and much more. Berks Encore…
Bridging Generations Through Service Sarah Glase, 71, lives in Mohnton, PA, with her husband Ken. They have two adult children and four grandchildren. Sarah’s granddaughter, Kayla Craft, 17, from Sinking Springs, volunteers with her at the Berks Encore Mifflin Center packing and delivering Meals on Wheels. Sarah began her volunteer work after retiring from Governor…
By: Julian O’Brien, Berks Encore Marketing Intern Next up for our Volunteer Spotlight is Elmira Atkins, better known as Ellie. Ellie (73) resides in Topton, PA where she has 2 sons, 4 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandson. Ellie has been devoting her time to volunteering for over 10 years now. She started volunteering at the Topton…
Meet Audrey Owens and Donna Harris. These ladies are two of the many wonderful volunteers we have here. You can find them at the front desk at the Reading Center. They will be there to answer phone calls and greet people when they come into Berks Encore. These ladies are a tremendous help here and…
Local businesses play a significant role in fostering volunteering and teamwork within the community. Berks Encore and its volunteers pack and deliver more than 600 meals every weekday, requiring a dedicated team to ensure deliveries. Many of our volunteers are retired but we also have several employees from local companies that juggle their commitment to…
Volunteer Spotlight Tiffany Billingsley has been volunteering with Berks Encore (Meals on Wheels) since 2021. She grew up in Sebastian, Florida and attended Florida State University. She is happily married to her husband Chad, and has a son named, Brooks. Tiffany has been volunteering for her entire adult life and can’t remember the last time…
We are thrilled to share Berks Encore has adopted a new brand with the same heartfelt mission! Berks Encore’s meals on wheels program will now be known as Meals on Wheels Berks County! This change reflects our deep commitment to serving older adults and our homebound neighbors in Berks County with nourishing meals and heartfelt connections.
While the brand for our program is evolving, the care, compassion, and dedication you’ve come to know and trust will remain the same. For decades, we’ve been delivering more than just meals. We deliver comfort, kindness, and independence to those who need it most. Under the auspices of Berks Encore, Meals on Wheels Berks County is proud to stand with a national movement while staying rooted in the unique needs of our local community.
Together we’ll continue to make a difference – one meal, one smile, and one visit at a time.
