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Seniors
Our goal is to increase civic participation
of Greater Philadelphians over 60, providing opportunities for seniors
to share their wisdom and experience with others. In 2005, 5% of
our volunteer force will consist of individuals over 60.
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Senior Social Club at The Watermark at Logan Square - (Wheelchair Accessible)
Tuesdays, January 5, 12, 19 & 26, 6:45pm-8:00pm
Tuesdays, February 2, 9, 16 & 23, 6:45pm-8:00pm
Tuesdays, March 2, 9, 16 & 23, 6:45pm-8:00pm
(4-6 volunteers needed; Center City/ Tuesdays) Ages 14+
Socialize and lead activities with the eager senior citizens in this
residential care facility. Volunteers will read aloud, play games,
enjoy music or just chat with a lovely group of seniors.
Project Leaders:
1/5, 1/19, 2/2, 2/16, 3/2, 3/16: Stephen Pancoe, 908-216-2711; Stephen_Pancoe@irco.com
1/12, 1/26, 2/9, 2/3, 3/9, 3/23: Christine Manturuk, 215-851-0723 (c) christinemanturuk@yahoo.com
Casino Night at Maple Wood Manor - (Wheelchair Accessible)
Mondays, January 4, 11, 18 & 25, 6:45pm-8:00pm
Mondays, February 1, 8, 15 & 22, 6:45pm-8:00pm
Mondays, March 1, 8, 15 & 22, 6:45pm-8:00pm
(4-6 volunteers needed; Germantown/Mondays)
You'll bring cheer to someone's heart by helping out with the different casino
activities at Maple Wood Manor and distributing prizes to the winners. This will be an exciting
evening that will bring joy to the seniors and the volunteers involved.
Project Leader:
Bobby Franklin, 410-908-3612, rtf251@gmail.com
BINGO! Kearsley Retirement Community Center - (Wheelchair Accessible)
Wednesdays, January 6 & 20, 6:30pm-7:30pm
Wednesdays, February 3 & 17, 6:30pm-7:30pm
Wednesdays, March 3 & 17, 6:30pm-7:30pm
(2-4 volunteers needed; West Philadelphia/1st & 3rd Wednesday)
Come join the game by calling numbers and distributing prizes to the winners. Have an exciting evening that will bring joy to the seniors!
Project Leader:
Kamla Dulcio, 215-477-2909 (h), kadua1@hotmail.com
Book Club at Hayes Manor Retirement Home - (Wheelchair Accessible)
Thursdays, January 14 & 28, 6:00pm-7:15pm
Thursdays, February 11 & 25, 6:00pm-7:15pm
Thursdays, March 11 & 25, 6:00pm-7:15pm
(1-2 volunteers needed; City Line/2nd & 4th Thursdays)
Come read to seniors at this fun senior book club in West Philadelphia.
Bring your favorite book and you'll get right to reading as eager
seniors who are no longer able to read listen on.
Project Leader:
Joslyn Danifo, 215-262-3094; jozdanifo@gmail.com
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