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In need of a person to run events, programs and activities at our Reading Senior Center. more

Administrative-For those interested in working in an office performing various clerical duties. Dedicated office volunteers are an important part of the hospice team. more

If you have an interest in working outside in the fresh air and sunshine, and have time to spare, perhaps you would be interested in "Adopting A Garden" to maintain on the Berks Heim campus. There are quite a few gardens and flowerbeds in need of some tender. . . more

Volunteers are matched with a resident of the Berks County Jail System and through weekly visits, provide guidance, friendship and support. By sharing life experiences, volunteers can offer alternate ways of dealing with frustration, anger and conflict. Volunteers also work with the inmate in improving decision-making and coping. . . more

Berks County has many nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Volunteers are needed to make visits to facilities, talk with residents, ask them about the quality of the care they receive, and let them know that the Ombudsman program from the Area Agency on Aging can assist them in. . . more

I-LEAD Charter School seeks volunteer tutors for reading, writing and math to serve our high school students (grades 9-12) in the afterschool hours (approximately 3:30-5:00). Tutors will primarily help with homework and assignments, coaching students to understand assignment instructions, provide instruction in basic reading and math concepts to. . . more

Participate in the citizen review process to help make United Way allocations recommendations that ensure that the campaign funds are directed to programs and agencies that are effective and efficient in addressing critical community issues. Allocations review team members are assigned to a team of 4-5 individuals responsible for. . . more

A volunteer is needed to answer the phones at the Berks County Office of Aging! more

Our Librarian has been working on an Archives & Antiquities Annex to preserve our history and evolution. There is much to organize and catalog. This opportunity would be to work along side of our Librarian to help catalog archival materials. Two mornings a week either on Monday, Thursday and/or Friday. Each. . . more

Wernersville State Hospital is looking for individuals who play an instrument, possibly the guitar or piano. Your talents could be utilized in several directions. One could provide a performance for a small or large gathering or work with a staff person in a music appreciation-type group.We have a. . . more

We are looking for creative volunteers who can come up with new craft ideas that are appropriate for the elderly. We supply the materials, you supply the know-how and inspiration. Daytime, evening(6:30 PM), and Saturday opportunities available. This is a great chance to get your family involved in something that. . . more