Adults from the John Paul II Center (JPII) in Reading are making a powerful difference in the community through their volunteer work with Berks Encore’s Meals on Wheels and Grocery Shopping programs. Their service not only supports homebound older adults but also helps JPII participants build confidence, develop skills, and foster meaningful connections. The mission…
View the January Issue of Berks Encore News Published monthly by Berks Encore, Berks Encore News covers the news most important to Berks County residents over the age of 50. Each issue includes the following sections: Agency Happenings Learn what’s happening at Berks Encore Volunteer Spotlight Feature on a Berks Encore volunteer Your Health Senior…
Volunteer Spotlight: Ann Koch — Sharing Smiles and Stories For more than 15 years, Ann Koch has been a familiar and friendly face at Berks Encore’s Fleetwood Center, delivering Meals on Wheels every Friday. A lifelong volunteer, Ann’s commitment to helping others began in her teens and continues to shine brightly today. Ann, 64, lives…
View the December Issue of Berks Encore News Published monthly by Berks Encore, Berks Encore News covers the news most important to Berks County residents over the age of 50. Each issue includes the following sections: Agency Happenings Learn what’s happening at Berks Encore Volunteer Spotlight Feature on a Berks Encore volunteer News A schedule…
The following information provides ways to obtain thanksgiving meals in Berks County: Saturday, November 15th, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.- Thanksgiving Resource Fair- 511 McClellan Street, Reading, Pa 19611. Turkey giveaway, while supplies last. Saturday, November 15th, 11:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.- New Journey Community Outreach- 138 N. 6th Street Reading, Pa 19611- Thanksgiving meal. Open to all….
This holiday season, we hope you’ll share the love by supporting our aging neighbors right here in Berks County. If you are in the market for a new car, consider a Subaru. Now through January 2, 2026, Subaru of America and its retailers are donating a minimum of $300 to a charity for every new…
How To Protect Your Assets From the Nursing Home and Ensure that Your Loved One Receives the Care that they Need and Deserve In this training, you will learn… • The 5 most common mistakes that families make when faced with nursing home costs … and how to avoid them. • How to have complete…
United Way of Berks County has created a resource guide to offer some clarity and connection during these challenging times. Below are English and Spanish versions of the guide, also available at https://www.uwberks.org/guide-for-help/, which include: Steps for accessing food, housing, and utility assistance Help checking benefit status or resolving issues Resources for mental health, childcare,…
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…
