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Family Services' Project HEARTH Needs Volunteers to Work with Seniors

Family Services’ Project HEARTH (Helping Elderly Adults Remain in Their Homes) is in need of dedicated volunteers to work with seniors living in the greater North Penn area. 

Created in 1994, Family Services’ Project HEARTH links elderly adults who are healthy enough to live in their own homes with special support services that help them to remain independent.

Volunteers must enjoy working with seniors and will offer compassion and companionship, as well as handyman chore services for minor home repairs and transportation services.  Individual and group volunteer opportunities are available during the day, evening and on weekends. Volunteer drivers must have a valid driver’s license and insurance. 

“Volunteering with Project HEARTH is not a huge time commitment,” said Shirley Petko, volunteer coordinator, Project HEARTH. “Our volunteers are caring people who just want to help an elderly neighbor.” 

For more information on volunteering with Project HEARTH, please contact Shirley Petko at 215-368-0985 ext. 402 or spetko@fsmontco.org.

Project HEARTH is funded by The Pew Charitable Trusts, Pottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation, North Penn United Way, Montgomery County Office of Aging and Adult Services, and generous private donations.


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