Through the generosity of people like you, Berks Encore’s programs and services have helped thousands of Berks County’s older adults.

Thanks to your donations, Berks Encore staff and volunteers were able to provide a variety of services and programs in 2015:

• Berks Encore’s staff and volunteers met with 1,585 individuals during the Medicare Open Enrollment period, saving those who changed plans a total of $432,230.
• Over 1,000 people attended Medicare education seminars.
• For the 2015 income tax filing year, Berks Encore’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance preparers completed 3,183 returns. In all, $2,482,721 were put back into the community in the form of refunds.
• A total of 151,574 meals were delivered through the Meals on Wheels program by 1,000 volunteers. Additionally, 27,118 noontime meals were served at Berks Encore’s six centers.

You can also support Berks Encore’s programs by becoming a subscriber.