This month's spotlight is Berks County Senior Citizens Council.

The Berks County Senior Citizens Council exists to serve seniors and their families. Put simply, if seniors need it, the Council is here to make sure they get it. Whether delivering services directly, partnering with other organizations or referring seniors to outside programs, the Council focuses the resources of our community to meet the needs of seniors and guarantees that seniors have easy access to the information, programs and assistance they need.

Aging in an increasingly complex and fast-paced society is not easy. Seniors and their families benefit significantly from a single organization dedicated to helping them meet all the challenges they face. The Berks County Senior Citizens Council is that organization.

The Council serves the financial, social and health needs of seniors. It helps seniors file their income taxes, access a myriad of government benefit programs, understand their insurance options and avoid consumer scams. Equally important, the Council brings seniors together. Social and educational programs keep seniors vibrant and engaged in our community. Seniors regularly tell Council staff that their senior center is “my therapy,” “the reason I get up every morning,” and “my second home.” Throughout Berks County the Council’s nine senior centers are a safe and comforting focal point in the lives of seniors.

The Council’s impact extends well beyond the walls of its nine senior centers. Council staff and volunteers go directly into the homes of seniors needing help. They partner with other organizations to deliver informative and engaging services seniors need. They deliver over 800 hot meals to seniors every day. They support and visit hundreds of senior clubs throughout Berks County.

When seniors are hungry, the Council feeds them.
When they are confused, the Council educates them.
When they are lonely, the Council entertains them.
When they are overwhelmed, the Council helps them

To learn more about how you can support the Berks County Senior Citizens Council: Call us at (610) 396-0691. Email: mseip@bcscc.org. 40 N. 9th Street, Reading, PA, 19601. www.berksseniors.org