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Great Reading Chamber Alliance Innovation and Community Initiative features Berks Encore

From its humble beginnings in the basement of the Berkshire Hotel, Berks Encore has evolved into a transformative force, shaping the quality of life for local seniors for more than 50 years. These individuals, who built the businesses we frequent, the hospitals we rely on, and the schools that educated us, are now the heartbeat…

Berks Encore Volunteer Celebrates 10 Years of Service
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Berks Encore Volunteer Celebrates 10 Years of Service

Volunteer Spotlight For the past 10 years, Peg Wrede has been a dedicated volunteer for Berks Encore. Peg retired after a 30-year career as a candy maker with R.M. Palmer. To escape the summer heat in 2013, Peg started participating in activities at the Berks Encore Reading Center. At the time, the center manager was…

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Winning Programs to help you start your Wellness Journey

Happy New Year! Are you ready to prioritize your health and well-being in 2024? Berks Encore offers a wide variety of winning wellness programs to help improve balance, increase flexibility, reduce pain, improve strength, increase energy and so much more. We believe your path to health and wellness is a journey. Getting started takes personal…

Free At-Home COVID-19 Test Kits Are Back, Now Available to Order 

The Federal Government will once again send up to four free COVID rapid tests per household to anyone who requests them through COVIDtests.gov. Older adults who do not have internet access or who may need additional assistance with ordering can call 1-800-232-0233 (TTY 1-888-720-7489).

National Falls Prevention Resources for Seniors

Falls Prevention Home Checklist Evidence Based Programs Designed to Reduce the Risk of Falling: A Matter of Balance is an eight-week structured group intervention that emphasizes practical strategies to reduce fear of falling and increase activity levels for older adults. Participants learn to view falls and fear of falling as controllable, set realistic goals to increase…

FREE PRODUCE FOR SENIORS – 60 & OLDER Berks County Area Agency on Aging

FREE PRODUCE FOR SENIORS – 60 & OLDER Berks County Area Agency on Aging Checks $50 total for the Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) are available through the Berks County Area Agency on Aging June 1–September 15, 2023, by mail (while supplies last) Mail the below form (available in English and Spanish) and mail it…