(AGENPARL) – mar 14 marzo 2023 National service agency recognizes Utah volunteers during AmeriCorps Week, annual celebration of millions of Americans who unite in service []
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 14, 2023
AmeriCorps Press Office
National service agency recognizes Utah volunteers during AmeriCorps Week, annual celebration of millions of Americans who unite in service
Within the next decade both Utah and Wasatch counties will face an unprecedented increase in older Americans. These older adults will face significant challenges which put them at risk of losing their ability to live independently. Challenges to mobility are often created by geography, as well as the environment in the service area. The Senior Companion Program engages volunteers who provide respite, companionship and transportation to help older adults maintain independence and stay in their homes longer.
“The President’s Volunteer Service Award continues to highlight the enduring spirit of service that unites Americans and transforms lives,” said AmeriCorps CEO Michael D. Smith. “I am honored to recognize four outstanding volunteers for dedicating thousands of hours each to service to their community and the country during AmeriCorps Week.”
“Utah County Foster Grandparents was one of the original programs beginning in 1965 and continues to make a difference in the community to this day,” said Cheri Tuckett, Foster Grandparent Program coordinator in Utah County. “In 2022, Utah County Senior Volunteers provided 92 volunteers in Utah and Wasatch Counties serving 941 individuals. Our volunteers donated 64,346 hours providing companionship, transportation and respite services to help seniors remain independent and healthy, or serving as classroom grandparents, tutoring and mentoring children with special and exceptional needs.”
Today’s President’s Volunteer Service Lifetime Achievement honorees are AmeriCorps Senior volunteers serving with Utah County Senior Volunteers through the Utah County Health Department include:
– Candace Camp, 14,607 hours
– Lucy Fenn, 3,032 hours
– Trudy McBride, 6,204 hours
– Jessie Shirk, 12,416 hours
AmeriCorps offers opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds to be a part of the national service community, grow personally and professionally, and receive benefits for their service.
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