View April 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 of the current…
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…
Recent reports in the media that the Social Security Administration (SSA) is permanently closing local field offices are false. Since January 1, 2025, the agency has not permanently closed or announced the permanent closure of any local field office. From time to time, SSA must temporarily close a local field office for reasons such as…
Sorry this event has been canceled. Stop by Berks Encore Reading Center (40 N. 9th Street, Reading) on Thursday, March 27 for the Community Farm Stand brought to you by The Food Trust. This farm stand will feature fresh produce from local vendors. Stay for a nutrition lesson and earn $2 in Food Bucks to…
Stepping Into History The Stepping Into History program is one of our most successful ventures. Recognizing the values and interests of lifelong learners, our Stepping Into History program was created to provide seniors a pleasure-filled educational experience and an opportunity to explore historical sites to learn about the culture and history of the destination. Stepping Into…
The Pennsylvania Department of Aging and the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts are now accepting works of art created by Pennsylvanians aged 60 and older for the first-ever Older Artists of PA Showcase. The deadline to submit artwork is Friday, April 4. The exhibition will display winning pieces selected by a three-person panel from each…
March 21st is National Memory Day. In order to commemorate this day, Sinking Spring Nursing & Rehabilitation will be hosting THE DEMENTIA EXPERIENCE open to all Family Members, Staff and the Community. The Dementia Experience is a powerful 30-minute interactive training using sensory modifications. Participants will engage in typical daily activities while encountering what it…
Haven Behavioral Hospital in collaboration with Berks County Area Agency on Aging and Berks County MH/DD Program Presents “Understanding Dementia” This learning opportunity explores the different types of dementia, highlighting their unique characteristics, symptoms, and treatment care recommendations to help providers better serve their specialized populations. Location: Berks County Fire Training Center 895 Morgantown Rd.,…
Early detection is your best defense against breast cancer. Stay in the game. Get your mammogram today! From March 1 to March 31, complete your annual screening mammogram or make an appointment for your annual screening mammogram (appointment date can be any month) to be entered to win a Slam Dunk Mammo Screening Month prize!…
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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.
