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Did you know we have volunteers who help with Meals on Wheels?
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…
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What’s Happening at Berks Encore in December 2025?
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…
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Are you in need of a thanksgiving meal?
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….
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Are you in the Market for a New Car?
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…
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Did you Curran Estate and Elder Law PLLC offers seminars about protecting your assets from a Nursing Home?
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…
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Are you facing uncertainty during these challenging times?
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,…
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Do you know Berks Encore has volunteer opportunities?
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…
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What’s Happening at Berks Encore in November 2025?
View the November 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…
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Do you know a Berks County resident who could benefit from a stairlift?
Paramount Living Aids Stairlift Giveaway Paramount Living Aids is a Reading area business, and their mission is to help people with mobility challenges enjoy safety and independence in their homes with Stairlifts and other mobility aids. Physical challenges, aging, illness or injury can limit someone’s ability to move around their house safely. Climbing stairs can…
