The AmeriCorps Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is America’s largest national volunteer network for individuals aged 55 and over. TCCAP’s RSVP program connects volunteers aged 55 and older in Coös County with local community needs. With over 200 volunteers at 12 service locations, RSVP of Coös County effectively matches life experiences and skills to enhance the community’s well-being. Volunteers have the flexibility to choose how, where, and how often they want to serve, with commitments ranging from a few hours to 40 hours per week. In 2023 RSVP of Coös County volunteers served 8,218 hours! Volunteers receive pre-service orientation, training from the organization where they will serve, and supplemental insurance while on duty. Service opportunities are as diverse as the communities in which volunteers serve.
Some Of Our Current Volunteer Stations:
- Androscoggin Valley Chamber of Commerce
- Androscoggin Valley Hospital
- Berlin & Coös Historical Society
- Berlin Rec Center
- Coös County Family Health Services
- Granite United Way of Northern NH
- Groveton Thrift Shop
- Marie Rivier Food Pantry
- Nansen Ski Club
- NH Commodity Supplemental Food Program
- North County Community Recreation Center
- Pittsburg OHRV
- Senior Meals of Coös County – Berlin Site
- And More!
Some Of Our Programs:
- Bone Builders: Focuses on educating participants on the importance of physical exercise for older adults, including balance, weight and strength training, nutrition and healthy eating, personal safety, medical therapy, and osteoporosis-related lifestyle factors.
- Handy Helpers: Partners volunteers with seniors who need minor repairs and upkeep tasks completed to improve safety and/or accessibility in the home.
- Home Knitters: Coordinates volunteers to knit and crochet clothing items for people in need.
- One-to-One: Provides friendship to older adults who struggle with daily living tasks, such as shopping or paying bills. Volunteers serve as friends and companions to older neighbors.
The first step to becoming a volunteer is to complete an application!
Have questions, or want to learn more, contact RSVP:
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8am – 4pm
Address: 610 Sullivan Street, Berlin, NH 03570
Phone: (603) 752-4103
Email: [email protected]
Are you an agency looking for volunteers? Please contact our office at 603-752-4103. Please note, that all participating agencies must be willing to sign an RSVP Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).