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RSVP OF HAMPSHIRE AND FRANKLIN COUNTIES

RSVP’S MISSION is to create strong, connected communities by optimizing the capacity of people age 55+ to work for the common good.

Director: Megan Barber - mbarber@hampshirecog.org - (413) 584-1300 x180
Volunteer Coordinator: Pat Sicard - psicard@hampshirecog.org - (413) 584-1300 x183
Data Entry Clerk: Barbara Tessier - btessier@hampshirecog.org - (413) 584-1300 x182

Phone: (413) 584-1300 x8
Fax: (413) 584-1465

Any person age 55+ who is volunteering or interested in volunteering in Hampshire or Franklin Counties is invited to join RSVP. As an RSVP volunteer you belong to the area’s largest volunteer network for people age 55+.

RSVP VOLUNTEERS....
• Each contain a unique mix of talents, skills, and abilities that can be mobilized to serve the common good
• Are a community’s most creative and flexible resource
• Stay healthier, lead more vibrant lives, keep learning, are motivated, and form strong social connections
• Make a community stronger and meet real needs

WHY JOIN RSVP?
• We match you with volunteer opportunities that fit your interests and schedule RSVP volunteer opportunities are pre-screened. We know that our high-impact community organizations provide good volunteer experiences
• RSVP members receive benefits:
• A volunteer insurance plan.
• Specialized training
• Transportation reimbursement
• Quarterly newsletter
• Annual Recognition Event
• Together we can make a difference!

WHAT DO RSVP VOLUNTEERS DO?
RSVP members volunteer at a wide range of community organizations throughout Hampshire and Franklin Counties. They work to combat hunger, help children excel in school, improve elder health, protect our environment, and strengthen our communities.
There is much work to be done and many local organizations need YOU. Contact us for information about current opportunities to share your time and talents.

RSVP’S SPECIAL INITIATIVES LED BY RSVP VOLUNTEERS:
• Osteoporosis Exercise Program: Low-impact strength training classes for seniors.
• Healthy Eating Project: Live demonstrations on healthy cooking and nutrition.
• Lathrop Literacy Program: One on one work with elementary school students on intergenerational reading and writing projects.
• Experience On Call: Volunteers assist with special one-time community projects on a flexible basis.

DOWNLOADS AND DOCUMENTS
RSVP Membership Form
RSVP Member Handbook
RSVP Newsletter (Spring 2009)
RSVP Volunteer Opportunities in Hampshire County
RSVP Volunteer Opportunities in Franklin County

“Everybody can be great... because anybody can serve. You don't have to have a college degree to serve. You don't have to make your subject and verb agree to serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.”
- Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.