SENIOR SERVICES

Lifeline

The American Red Cross of the Susquehanna Valley provides Lifeline services for those in need of quick, personalized response to health emergency situations. This personal response system helps people maintain independent living in a safer environment. At the touch of a button, a signal is sent through a telephone-like device connecting the person in need with a professional, caring operator. Lifeline operators determine what type of assistance is needed and ensures that help is on the way. There are also capabilities to have Lifeline operators call to remind subscribers to take medications and other check-up type of services. Lifeline offers peace of mind not only for the individuals wearing the device but also for their family and friends. For more information call (717) 234-3101 or (717) 299-5561.

Animal Assisted Therapy

Local Red Cross volunteers and their pets are trained to bring joy and cheer to residents in area nursing homes and retirement facilities. Seniors enjoy friendly dogs, cats and bunnies. Often, this program increases seniors' communication and motor skills, and gives them something to look forward to each week or month. (Learn how you can volunteer for the AAT program.)

VITA - Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

VITA volunteers offer free tax assistance by filing Form 1040EZ, Form 1040A or a basic Form 1040 Federal Tax return for elderly citizens, individuals with low incomes and those with disabilities. They also alert tax-payers of special credits and deductions for which they may be eligible. Call Troy Groff at (717) 299-5561 for more information about the VITA program or to become a VITA volunteer.

Retired Senior Volunteer Program

Contemplating Retirement, but not sure what to do with your time? Or have you
been retired for several years, and have been meaning to get more involved in your community? We have a spot reserved for you in the area's largest two-county volunteer organization designed specifically for older adults - the Lancaster and Lebanon County Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP).