resource directory for the caregiver, aging, and disabled – berks county 2016

2016

Berks County

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What you’re holding in your hands—or viewing online—may be a book, but it’s more than that. It’s also a key, a special key designed to open multiple doors.

When searching for assistance or information, we often know the resources we need are out there, but we don’t know where to start looking.

The Berks County Resource DIRECTORY for the Caregiver, Aging, and Disabled is created to unlock the doors to programs and services available in your own community, to ease you through whatever doorway begins your path toward answers and help.

An extensive source of information, the Resource DIRECTORY connects you to an abundance of organizations, businesses, and services for Berks Countians who are over age 50, who are caring for a loved one, or who have disabilities.

Within its hundreds of easy-to-read listings, you’ll find options for housing, physicians, veterans’ services, legal counsel, advocacy, home improvement, and more.

In addition to your many local resources, there are also state and federal programs available that can provide assistance.

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Adult Day Services ................................................................................6Advocacy ..............................................................................................6Alcohol & Substance Abuse Services .................................................6Area Agency On Aging ........................................................................7Assistive Technology/Devices .............................................................7Care Assessment Services ...................................................................7Caregiver Assistance ............................................................................7Clothing ..................................................................................................8Consumer Protection/Complaints .......................................................8Counseling Services ..............................................................................8Cremation Services ...............................................................................9Dental Services ......................................................................................9Disability Services ..................................................................................9

Developmental/Physical ............................................................................. 9Mental Health/Intellectual ........................................................................ 10

Domestic Violence ..............................................................................10Emergency ...........................................................................................10Emergency Information ......................................................................45Employment .........................................................................................11Energy Assistance ...............................................................................11Entertainment .......................................................................................12Events ....................................................................................................12Eye Care Services ...............................................................................13Financial Services ................................................................................14

Emergency ................................................................................................. 14

Resource DIRECTORY for the Caregiver, Aging, and Disabled is published annually by On-Line Publishers, Inc., 3912 Abel Drive, Columbia, PA 17512

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Fitness ...................................................................................................14Food/Nutrition ......................................................................................14

Education/Counseling ............................................................................... 14Emergency Food ........................................................................................ 14Food Banks/Pantries .................................................................................. 14Food Stamps ............................................................................................... 15Meals on Wheels ........................................................................................ 16

Frequently Called Numbers ...............................................................45Government .........................................................................................16

Local ............................................................................................................ 16County ......................................................................................................... 18State ............................................................................................................. 18Federal ........................................................................................................ 18

Health Centers .....................................................................................19Health Resources .................................................................................19Healthcare ...........................................................................................20

Financial Assistance .................................................................................. 20Waiver Programs ........................................................................................ 21

Hearing Services ..................................................................................22Home Care Services ...........................................................................22Home Improvements ..........................................................................23

Home Modifications ................................................................................... 23

Homeless Services ..............................................................................23Hospice Services .................................................................................24Hospitals ...............................................................................................24Hotlines .................................................................................................25Housing .................................................................................................26

Assistance ................................................................................................... 26Financial Assistance .................................................................................. 27Rental Assistance ....................................................................................... 27

Housing Options ..................................................................................28Apartment-Style ......................................................................................... 28Life Sharing/Family Living Residences ..................................................... 28

Information and Referral .....................................................................29Insurance .............................................................................................29



Legal Services ......................................................................................29Libraries ................................................................................................30Lottery ...................................................................................................31Medical Equipment & Supplies ..........................................................31Medicare ..............................................................................................31

Counseling .................................................................................................. 31Medicare Advantage Providers ............................................................... 31

Physicians .............................................................................................32Police Departments .............................................................................32Post Offices...........................................................................................34Prescriptions .........................................................................................35

Assistance ................................................................................................... 35

Profiles ....................................................................................................5Retail .....................................................................................................36Retirement Living Options ...................................................................36

Assisted Living Residences ........................................................................ 36Continuing Care Retirement Communities ............................................. 36Dementia Care Facilities/Units ................................................................. 37Independent Living Communities ............................................................ 37Nursing & Rehab/Long-Term Care Facilities ........................................... 37Personal Care Homes/Units ...................................................................... 38

Senior Centers ......................................................................................39Senior Services .....................................................................................40Service Organizations .........................................................................40Support Groups ....................................................................................40Tax Assistance .....................................................................................42Telephone Assistance .........................................................................42Therapies ..............................................................................................42Transportation Services .......................................................................43Veterans Services ................................................................................43Volunteer Opportunities......................................................................44Weatherization Programs ...................................................................44Zip Codes .............................................................................................45


PROFILES

50plus LIFE (formerly 50plus Senior News), an award-winning publication published monthly, provides individuals 50 and over in the Susquehanna and Delaware valleys with engaging editorial on a range of relevant topics: entertainment, travel, healthy living, financial matters, profiles, veterans’ issues, community events, and more.

With more than 20 years in publication, 50plus LIFE is available in six county-specific issues: Chester, Cumberland, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon, and York. 50plus LIFE and can be found in print, online, and on Facebook.

50plus LIFE3912 Abel Drive, Columbia, PA 17512

(717) 285-1350www.50plusLIFEPA.com

Berks Encore engages the community to enable older adults to achieve a better quality of life by providing a comprehensive program of services, referrals, education, and advocacy. Since 1965 we have served older adults and their families through Meals On Wheels, health and wellness programs, exercise classes, income tax preparation, and Medicare and insurance counseling. Berks Encore operates six centers throughout the county where older adults come to learn, create, socialize, and remain engaged.

Berks Encore40 North Ninth Street, Reading, PA 19601

(610) 374-3195www.BerksEncore.org

Senior LIFE Reading is committed to enhancing the ability of seniors to live safely at home. The LIFE program is a great alternative to nursing homes. Participants receive services both in their homes and at the Senior LIFE center. Services are provided at no cost to eligible seniors and include in-home care; medical, social, and rehabilitation services; and more. Transportation is included. Senior LIFE helps seniors live life to the fullest at home — with dignity, independence, and peace of mind.

Senior LIFE20 Shelbourne Road, Reading, PA 19606

(610) 404-3200www.SeniorLIFEReading.com

Reading Health System includes Reading Hospital, a 647-bed acute care hospital, and Reading Health Rehabilitation Hospital, a facility featuring a 50-bed skilled nursing unit and a 62-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit. We provide primary and specialty care through Reading Health Physician Network, in-home nursing care through Affilia Home Health, and retirement living through The Highlands at Wyomissing. An extensive network of outpatient services are provided through offices and Urgent Care walk-in centers throughout the region.

Reading Health SystemSixth Avenue and Spruce Street, West Reading, PA 19611

(484) 628-8000 www.readinghealth.org


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–––––– ADULT DAY SERVICES ––––––The services may include but are not limited to personal care, assistance with eating or using the toilet, assistance with taking medication, and social assistance for the aging. Centers offer a protective, supervised setting and generally operate during normal business hours.

AGELESS HARMONY, INC. – MT. PENN .......................................... (610) 898-0712AGELESS HARMONY SENIOR ADULT – LAURELDALE ...................... (610) 929-1197AGELESS HARMONY SENIOR ADULT – WEST LAWN ....................... (610) 685-2382BERkS COUNTY AREA AGENCY ON AGING – COUNTY SERVICES CENTER...(610) 478-6500PROSPECTUS BERCO ........................................................................ (610) 372-4637

SENIOR LIFE .........................................................................(610) 404-3200A Medicare-approved healthcare program providing physician, nursing rehabilitation, dietary, and personal care at no cost to eligible seniors in their homes and at the Senior LIFE center.20 Shelbourne Road, Reading, PA 19606www.SeniorLIFEReading.com See our ad on page 41. See our profile on page 5.

ST. JOSEPH ADULT DAY SERVICES ................................................... (610) 378-2267TRANqUILITY PLACE AT PHOEBE BERkS VILLAGE .......................... (610) 927-8940

–––––– ADVOCACY ––––––Organizations that promote the health, dignity, rights, and quality of life of seniors and the disabled.

ABILITIES IN MOTION ....................................................................... (610) 376-0010BERkS ENCORE ................................................................................. (610) 374-3195

ALCOHOL &–––––– SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES ––––––

Organizations offering prevention, treatment, and recovery programs.ADAPPT ............................................................................................. (610) 478-8800ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS ........................................................... (610) 373-6500AMERICAN COUNCIL OF ALCOHOLISM......................................... (800) 527-5344BERkS COUNSELING CENTER ........................................................... (610) 373-4281BERkS COUNTY COUNCIL ON CHEMICAL ABUSE .......................... (610) 376-8669CARON TREATMENT ......................................................................... (610) 678-2332COMMUNITY PREVENTION PARTNERSHIP ....................................... (610) 376-6988



FAMILY GUIDANCE .......................................................................... (610) 374-4963NATIONAL COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM & DRUG DEPENDENCY... (800) 622-2255NEW DIRECTIONS AND CEDAR POINT FAMILY SERVICES .............. (610) 478-0646TREATMENT ACCESS & SERVICE CENTER (TASC) ............................ (610) 375-4426YMCA OF READING & COUNTY OF BERkS ..................................... (610) 378-4700

–– ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA CARE (SEE RETIREMENT LIVING OPTIONS) –––– APARTMENTS (SEE HOUSING OPTIONS) ––

–––––– AREA AGENCY ON AGING ––––––Provides aging services and information on financial aid and local benefits programs in Berks County.

BERkS COUNTY AREA AGENCY ON AGING .................................. (610) 478-6500

–––––– ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY/DEVICES –––––– These technologies and devices can make the lives of seniors and the disabled easier. BERkS COUNTY INTERMEDIATE UNIT ................................................ (610) 987-2248BERkS DEAF & HARD OF HEARING SERVICES ................................. (610) 685-4520GOOD SHEPHERD REHAB HOSPITAL ................................................ (877) 629-1717PENNSYLVANIA’S INITIATIVE ON ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY (PIAT) (800) 204-7428

–––––– CARE ASSESSMENT SERVICES ––––––Looks at a person’s needs and works with them to find the best methods to provide care, support, and specialized services.

BERkS COUNTY AREA AGENCY ON AGING .................................. (610) 478-6500

–––––– CAREGIVER ASSISTANCE ––––––BERkS COUNTY AREA AGENCY ON AGING .................................. (610) 478-6500

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–––––– CLOTHING ––––––GOODWILL – MORGANTOWN ......................................................... (610) 286-6676 READING/MUHLENBERG ........................................... (610) 921-8221 ROBESONIA ................................................................ (610) 693-6014 SHILLINGTON ............................................................. (610) 777-5250GOODWILL OUTLET – READING ....................................................... (484) 525-4075SALVATION ARMY ............................................................................ (610) 373-5208

–––––– CONSUMER PROTECTION/COMPLAINTS––––––CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION ................................ (800) 638-2772ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY ....................................... (800) 424-9346EqUIFAx FRAUD ALERT ..................................................................... (888) 766-0008ExPERIAN FRAUD ALERT ................................................................... (888) 397-3742FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION ........................................................ (202) 326-2232MEDICARE/MEDICAID FRAUD ......................................................... (800) 447-8477PA BUREAU OF CONSUMER PROTECTION ....................................... (800) 441-2555PA DEPARTMENT OF BANkING ........................................................ (800) 722-2657qUALITY INSIGHTS OF PENNSYLVANIA ........................................... (877) 346-6180TRANSUNION FRAUD ALERT ............................................................. (800) 680-7289 WELFARE FRAUD ............................................................................... (800) 932-0582

–––––– COUNSELING SERVICES ––––––ABILITIES IN MOTION — THE BERkS COUNTY CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING ............................................................... (610) 376-0010ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS ........................................................... (610) 373-6500BERkS COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM, INC. (BCAP) ................. (610) 376-6571BERkS COUNSELING CENTER ........................................................... (610) 373-4281BERkS COUNTY AREA AGENCY ON AGING – COUNTY SERVICES CENTER...(610) 478-6500BERkS ENCORE ................................................................................. (610) 374-3195BERkS WOMEN IN CRISIS ................................................................. (610) 373-1206CATHOLIC CHARITIES....................................................................... (610) 376-7144CREATIVE HEALTH SERVICES, INC. .................................................. (610) 404-8825CRISIS INTERVENTION ....................................................................... (610) 236-0530


FAMILY GUIDANCE .......................................................................... (610) 374-4963HISPANIC CENTER ............................................................................ (610) 376-3748JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE .................................................................. (610) 921-0624kENCREST .......................................................................................... (610) 825-9360MID PENN LEGAL SERVICES ............................................................. (610) 376-8656PA COUNSELING .............................................................................. (610) 478-8088PATHSTONE ....................................................................................... (610) 376-2850READING HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER – WEST READING ........... (610) 988-8070READING HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER – WYOMISSING ........ (610) 988-4982SALVATION ARMY: READING CORPS ............................................. (610) 373-5208

–––––– CREMATION SERVICES ––––––CREMATION SOCIETY OF PENNSYLVANIA, INC. ..............(800) 720-8221Cremation services only — no caskets, no embalming, no funerals, no transportation fees. For free brochures and pricing, call us!Serving the entire state of Pennsylvaniawww.cremationsocietyofpa.com

–––––– DENTAL SERVICES ––––––DENTAL LIFELINE NETWORk .............................................................. (724) 568-4343DENTAL SERVICES THROUGH MEDICAL ASSISTANCE ..................... (800) 692-7462SENIOR DENTAL CARE PROGRAM ................................................... (717) 234-5941

–– DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES (SEE DISABILITY SERVICES) ––

–––––– DISABILITY SERVICES ––––––ACqUIRED BRAIN INJURY NETWORk OF PA ................................... (800) 516-8052ALLEGHENY VALLEY SCHOOL.......................................................... (717) 566-3267THE ARC OF PENNSYLVANIA ........................................................... (800) 692-7258BERkS COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH/DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES.. (610) 478-3271DISABILITY RIGHTS NETWORk OF PENNSYLVANIA .......................... (800) 692-7443 .................................................................................................(877) 375-7139 (TDD)PENNSYLVANIA MENTOR ................................................................. (717) 657-2073

• DevelOPMental/PHysical •COMMUNITY SkILLS PROGRAM ..................................................... (610) 376-3380

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DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES OF BERkS COUNTY ............................ (610) 236-0530EARLY INTERVENTION SERVICES OF BERkS COUNTY ...................... (610) 236-0530OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL PROGRAMS ...........(888) 565-9435; (570) 963-4749

• Mental HealtH/intellectual •AURORA SERVICES, INC .................................................................. (717) 232-6675CENTER FOR MENTAL HEALTH AT WEST READING ........................... (484) 628-8070CENTER FOR MENTAL HEALTH AT WYOMISSING ............................. (484) 628-4980CRISIS INTERVENTION SERVICES OF BERkS COUNTY ..................... (610) 236-0530THE GREATER READING MENTAL HEALTH ALLIANCE ..................... (610) 775-3000MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF PENNSYLVANIA ..................... (866) 578-3659NAMI – BERkS ................................................................................... (610) 685-3000PENNSYLVANIA MENTAL HEALTH CONSUMERS’ ASSOCIATION.... (800) 887-6422WILLOWS PROGRAM (READING HOSPITAL) ................................... (484) 628-9027

–––––– DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ––––––BATTERED WOMEN’S JUSTICE PROJECT ........................................... (800) 903-0111BERkS COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S DOMESTIC VIOLENCE UNIT .. (610) 478-7171BERkS COUNTY VICTIM SERVICES ................................................... (610) 478-6000BERkS WOMEN IN CRISIS ... (610) 372-9540 (ENGLISH); (610) 372-7463 (SPANISH)COMMUNITY PREVENTION PARTNERSHIP ....................................... (610) 376-6988NATIONAL RESOURCE CENTER ON DOMESTIC VIOLENCE (NRCDV) .......................................................(800) 799-7233; (800) 787-3224 (TTY)PENNSYLVANIA ADDRESS CONFIDENTIALITY PROGRAM (ACP) ............................................................(800) 563-6399; (877) 349-1064 (TTY)PENNSYLVANIA COALITION AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ....... (800) 932-4632PENNSYLVANIA COALITION AGAINST RAPE .................................. (888) 772-7227RAPE, ABUSE & INCEST NATIONAL NETWORk (RAINN) .................. (800) 656-4673YWCA – TRI-COUNTY AREA ............................................................. (610) 323-1888

–––––– EMERGENCY ––––––AMERICAN RED CROSS, BERkS COUNTY CHAPTER........................ (610) 375-4383 BERkS COUNTY ASSISTANCE OFFICE .............................................. (610) 736-4211


BERkS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY SERVICES ............. (610) 374-4800BERkS COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH/DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES.. (610) 478-3271FRIEND, INC. ..................................................................................... (610) 683-7790JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE .................................................................. (610) 921-0624PENNSYLVANIA FAMILY CENTERS/CAP .......................................... (610) 376-6571SALVATION ARMY ............................................................................ (610) 373-5208 SERVICE ACCESS MANAGEMENT INC. (SAM) – MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS SERVICES ................................................... (610) 236-0530UNITED WAY OF BERkS COUNTY ..................................................... (610) 685-4550VICTIM WITNESS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ....................................... (610) 478-6000YMCA MIFFLIN ........................................................................................ (610) 750-5036 READING ..................................................................................... (610) 378-4700 SINkING SPRING......................................................................... (610) 678-0484 TRI-VALLEY .................................................................................. (610) 944-6515

–––––– EMPLOYMENT –––––– Training and services to help prepare you for the workforce.

ABILITIES IN MOTION WORk PROGRAM ......................................... (610) 376-0010AHEDD OF READING ........................................................................ (610) 375-7692BERkS PERSONNEL NETWORk, THRESHOLD ..................................... (610) 288-1448COMMUNITY SkILLS PROGRAM ...................................................... (610) 376-3380 GOODWILL kEYSTONE AREA ........................................................... (610) 777-7875kENCREST .......................................................................................... (610) 825-9360OFFICE OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION (OVR) ......................... (610) 621-5800 PA CAREERLINk ................................................................................ (610) 988-1300PATHSTONE ....................................................................................... (610) 376-2850SERVICE ACCESS MANAGEMENT (SAM) ........................................ (877) 236-4600TICkET TO WORk PROGRAM ........................................................... (610) 621-5800VISION RESOURCE CENTER OF BERkS COUNTY ............................. (610) 375-8407

–––––– ENERGY ASSISTANCE –––––– BERkS COUNTY COMMUNITY EMERGENCY FUNDS ....................... (610) 655-6141



CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE REFERRAL AND EVALUATION PROGRAM (CARES) ............................................................................................. (800) 692-7380LOW-INCOME HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (LIHEAP) ... (866) 857-7095LOW-INCOME USAGE REDUCTION PROGRAM (LIURP) ................. (800) 675-0222NATIONAL FUEL GAS NEIGHBOR FOR NEIGHBOR HEAT FUND ...... (800) 365-3234PATHSTONE ....................................................................................... (610) 376-2850PENNSYLVANIA OFFICE OF CONSUMER ADVOCATE .................... (800) 684-6560PENNSYLVANIA POWER COMPANY REACH HARDSHIP FUND ...... (800) 720-3600PENNSYLVANIA POWER & LIGHT (PPL) ONTRACk .......................... (800) 342-5775PEOPLES NATURAL GAS COMPANY ................................................ (800) 654-6335UGI UTILITIES INC. – LOW-INCOME SELF-HELP PROGRAM (LISHP) ... (800) 844-9276UGI UTILITIES INC. – OPERATION SHARE .......................................... (800) 962-1212

–––––– ENTERTAINMENT ––––––HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF BERkS ..................................................... (610) 375-4375READING PUBLIC MUSEUM .............................................................. (610) 371-5850

–––––– EVENTS –––––– 50PLUS ExPOS .....................................................................(717) 285-1350The 50plus EXPOs are lively, one-day events that bring businesses and communities together on a more personal level. Look for 50plus EXPOs in Chester, Cumberland, Dauphin, Lancaster (2), and York counties.3912 Abel Drive, Columbia, PA 17512www.50plusExpoPA.com See our ad on page 44.

BERkS ENCORE SENIOR ExPO ...........................................(610) 374-3195The 16th annual Berks Encore Senior Expo will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2016, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Reading.40 North Ninth Street, Reading, PA [email protected] See our ad on inside front page. See our profile on page 5.

VETERANS’ ExPO & JOB FAIR ............................................(717) 285-1350The Veterans’ Expo & Job Fair connects active and retired military members of all ages and their families with available resources. Veterans and employers can meet to discuss available positions.3912 Abel Drive, Columbia, PA 17512www.VeteransExpo.com See our ad on page 44.

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WOMEN’S ExPO .................................................................(717) 285-1350Premier women’s expos in the Susquehanna Valley featuring demonstrations, shopping, live makeovers, the latest in women’s health, a fashion show, and more!3912 Abel Drive, Columbia, PA 17512www.aGreatWayToSpendMyDay.com See our ad on page 44.

–––––– EYE CARE SERVICES –––––– AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND ............................................... (800) 424-8666BLINDNESS & VISUAL SERVICES ....................................................... (610) 621-5800BUREAU OF BLINDNESS & VISUAL SERVICES ...(800) 622-2842; (866) 830-7327 (TTY)

CAMPANELLA & PEARAH EYE CARE ASSOCIATES ...........(610) 678-4552Your family eye care specialists — cataract, glaucoma, diabetic, lid repair, Botox, pediatric/adult strabismus, neuro-ophthalmology, routine, optical, and contacts.3855 Penn Avenue, Sinking Spring, PA 19608www.cameyecare.com See our ad on this page.

EYECARE AMERICA C/O THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY ........................................................................... (800) 222-3937 PA BLIND ........................................................................................... (717) 766-2020

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BRADLEY L. LOEB, O.D.Optometry

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SENIORS EYECARE PROGRAM/EYECARE AMERICA ...................... (800) 222-3937VISION RESOURCE CENTER OF BERkS COUNTY ............................. (610) 375-8407

–––––– FINANCIAL SERVICES ––––––• eMeRGency •

AMERICAN RED CROSS BERkS COUNTY CHAPTER......................... (610) 375-4383BERkS COUNTY ASSISTANCE OFFICE .............................................. (610) 736-4211BERkS COUNTY COMMUNITY EMERGENCY FUNDS ....................... (610) 372-7222BERkS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS .................................. (610) 378-5601BERkS COUNTY SERVICES CENTER .................................................. (610) 478-6194BERkS WOMEN IN CRISIS ... (610) 372-9540 (ENGLISH); (610) 372-7463 (SPANISH)

–––––– FITNESS ––––––BERkS ENCORE ................................................................................. (610) 374-3195kEYSTONE STATE GAMES ................................................................. (570) 823-3164

–––––– FOOD/NUTRITION –––––– • eDucatiOn/cOunselinG •

THE FAMILY HEALTH COUNCIL OF CENTRAL PA ............................. (717) 761-7380

• eMeRGency FOOD •AMERICAN RED CROSS.................................................................... (610) 375-4383BERkS COUNTY COMMUNITY EMERGENCY FUNDS ....................... (610) 372-7222

• FOOD Banks /PantRies •ADVENTIST COMMUNITY SERVICE CENTER .................................... (484) 660-3951BERkS AIDS NETWORk ...................................................................... (610) 375-6523BERkS ENCORE – MIFFLIN CENTER ................................................... (610) 777-5577BERkS ENCORE – WERNERSVILLE CENTER ...................................... (610) 670-1372BETHANY LUTHERAN CHURCH ......................................................... (610) 375-7163 BETHEL AME CHURCH ....................................................................... (610) 376-7555BOYERTOWN SALVATION ARMY ..................................................... (610) 367-4089CATHOLIC CHARITIES....................................................................... (610) 376-7144CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH ............................................................. (610) 376-0311


CONRAD WEISER PANTRY ................................................................ (610) 693-8313ExETER/BIRDSBORO FOOD PANTRY ................................................ (610) 572-2344FAMILY FIRST RESOURCE CENTER .................................................... (610) 372-7488FIRST UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH ...................................... (610) 372-0928FRIEND, INC. ..................................................................................... (610) 683-7790GREATER BERkS FOOD BANk .......................................................... (610) 926-5802HARVEST FELLOWSHIP OF COLEBROOkDALE ................................. (610) 367-2853HOLY TRINITY CHURCH OF GOD .................................................... (610) 374-0790INCARNATION LUTHERAN CHURCH ................................................ (610) 777-5701JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE .................................................................. (610) 921-0624kENNEDY HOUSE, CATHOLIC CHARITIES ........................................ (610) 378-1947MANNA – MINISTRY OF GRACE E.C. CHURCH ............................... (610) 683-3340NEW JOURNEY COMMUNITY OUTREACH, INC. .............................. (610) 375-3310NORTH 8TH STREET CHURCH OF GOD ............................................. (610) 373-1909NORTHERN BERkS FOOD PANTRY .................................................... (610) 562-8250OLEY VALLEY FOOD PANTRY ........................................................... (610) 987-6021READING MORAVIAN CHURCH FOOD PANTRY ............................ (610) 374-0886READING SALVATION ARMY ........................................................... (610) 373-5208SPRING VALLEY CHURCH OF GOD ................................................. (610) 929-7969ST. BENEDICT’S RCC ......................................................................... (610) 856-1006ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH....................................................... (610) 372-6950ST. JOSEPH’S RCC ............................................................................. (610) 376-2976ST. PAUL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH ........................................................ (610) 373-3135ST. PAUL’S UCC ................................................................................. (610) 689-9364STS. CONSTANTINE & HELEN GREEk ORTHODOx CHURCHES ........ (610) 374-7511TRINITY UCC OF MT. PENN ............................................................... (610) 779-4030WEST BERkS MISSION DISTRICT ........................................................ (610) 375-8303 WILSON FOOD PANTRY .................................................................... (610) 678-5611

• FOOD staMPs • BERkS COUNTY OFFICE OF AGING ................................................. (610) 478-6500PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WELFARE ....................... (800) 692-7462



• Meals On WHeels • BERkS COUNTY AREA AGENCY ON AGING – COUNTY SERVICES CENTER ............................................................. (610) 478-6500BERkS ENCORE ................................................................................. (610) 374-3195

–––––– GOVERNMENT –––––– • lOcal •

ALBANY TOWNSHIP .......................................................................... (610) 756-6452ALSACE TOWNSHIP .......................................................................... (610) 929-5324AMITY TOWNSHIP ............................................................................. (610) 689-6000BALLY BOROUGH ............................................................................. (610) 845-2351BECHTELSVILLE BOROUGH ............................................................... (610) 367-8100BERN TOWNSHIP ............................................................................... (610) 926-2267BERNVILLE BOROUGH ...................................................................... (610) 488-1591BETHEL TOWNSHIP ............................................................................ (717) 933-8813 BIRDSBORO BOROUGH .................................................................... (610) 582-6030 BOYERTOWN BOROUGH .................................................................. (610) 369-3028BRECkNOCk TOWNSHIP .................................................................. (717) 445-6683 CAERNARVON TOWNSHIP ............................................................... (610) 286-1010CENTERPORT BOROUGH .................................................................. (610) 916-5832CENTRE TOWNSHIP ........................................................................... (610) 926-8833COLEBROOkDALE TOWNSHIP.......................................................... (610) 369-1362CUMRU TOWNSHIP ........................................................................... (610) 777-1343DISTRICT TOWNSHIP .......................................................................... (610) 845-7595DOUGLASS TOWNSHIP ..................................................................... (610) 367-8500EARL TOWNSHIP ................................................................................ (610) 367-9673ExETER TOWNSHIP ............................................................................ (610) 779-5660FLEETWOOD BOROUGH ................................................................... (610) 944-8220GREENWICH TOWNSHIP ................................................................... (610) 756-6707HAMBURG BOROUGH ...................................................................... (610) 562-7821HEIDELBERG TOWNSHIP.................................................................... (610) 693-3197HEREFORD TOWNSHIP ...................................................................... (610) 845-2929


JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP ..................................................................... (610) 488-7047 kENHORST BOROUGH ...................................................................... (610) 777-7327kUTZTOWN BOROUGH ..................................................................... (610) 683-6131LAURELDALE BOROUGH ................................................................... (610) 929-8700 LEESPORT BOROUGH ........................................................................ (610) 926-2115LENHARTSVILLE BOROUGH .............................................................. (610) 376-1531LONGSWAMP TOWNSHIP ................................................................. (610) 682-7388LOWER ALSACE TOWNSHIP .............................................................. (610) 779-6400 LOWER HEIDELBERG TOWNSHIP ....................................................... (610) 678-3393LYONS BOROUGH ............................................................................ (610) 682-4730MAIDENCREEk TOWNSHIP ............................................................... (610) 926-4920MARION TOWNSHIP ......................................................................... (610) 589-2860 MAxATAWNY TOWNSHIP ................................................................. (610) 683-6518MOHNTON BOROUGH ..................................................................... (610) 775-0660MOUNT PENN BOROUGH ................................................................. (610) 779-5151 MUHLENBERG TOWNSHIP ................................................................. (610) 929-4727 NEW MORGAN BOROUGH .............................................................. (610) 286-9666 NORTH HEIDELBERG TOWNSHIP ....................................................... (610) 488-1619OLEY TOWNSHIP ............................................................................... (610) 987-3423 ONTELAUNEE TOWNSHIP .................................................................. (610) 926-4240 PENN TOWNSHIP ............................................................................... (610) 488-1160PERRY TOWNSHIP .............................................................................. (610) 562-2133 PIkE TOWNSHIP ................................................................................. (610) 987-6023CITY OF READING ............................................................................ (877) 727-3234 RICHMOND TOWNSHIP .................................................................... (610) 944-0348ROBESON TOWNSHIP ....................................................................... (610) 582-4636ROBESONIA BOROUGH ................................................................... (610) 693-3474ROCkLAND TOWNSHIP .................................................................... (610) 682-6311RUSCOMBMANOR TOWNSHIP ......................................................... (610) 944-7242SAINT LAWRENCE BOROUGH .......................................................... (610) 779-1430 SHILLINGTON BOROUGH ................................................................. (610) 777-1338



SHOEMAkERSVILLE BOROUGH ........................................................ (610) 562-8030SINkING SPRING BOROUGH ............................................................ (610) 678-4903SOUTH HEIDELBERG TOWNSHIP ....................................................... (610) 678-9652SPRING TOWNSHIP ........................................................................... (610) 678-5393STRAUSSTOWN BOROUGH ............................................................... (610) 488-0571TILDEN TOWNSHIP ............................................................................. (610) 562-7410TOPTON BOROUGH .......................................................................... (610) 682-2541TULPEHOCkEN TOWNSHIP ................................................................ (717) 933-5747 UNION TOWNSHIP ............................................................................ (610) 582-3769UPPER BERN TOWNSHIP .................................................................... (610) 488-1191UPPER TULPEHOCkEN TOWNSHIP .................................................... (610) 488-7170WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP ................................................................ (610) 845-7760WERNERSVILLE BOROUGH ............................................................... (610) 678-1486WEST READING BOROUGH .............................................................. (610) 374-8273WINDSOR TOWNSHIP ....................................................................... (610) 562-3769WOMELSDORF BOROUGH ............................................................... (610) 589-4725

• cOunty •BERkS COUNTY AREA AGENCY ON AGING .................................. (610) 478-6500DIVISION OF VITAL RECORDS .......................................................... (724) 656-3100REGISTER OF WILLS ........................................................................... (610) 478-6600VETERANS AFFAIRS ........................................................................... (610) 378-5601

• state •LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU .................................................... (717) 787-4223PENNDOT .....................................................(800) 932-4600; (800) 228-0676 (TDD)PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF AGING ...................................... (717) 783-1550

• FeDeRal •PHILADELPHIA PASSPORT AGENCY ................................................. (877) 487-2778PRESIDENTIAL COMMENT LINE .....................(202) 456-1111; (202) 456-6213 (TTY)SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION ...........(800) 772-1213; (800) 325-0778 (TTY)U.S. ADMINISTRATION ON AGING .................................................. (202) 401-4541


U.S. CAPITOL ..................................................................................... (202) 224-3121Senate and House of Representatives switchboard.

U.S. IMMIGRATION AND NATURALIZATION SERVICE ..................... (800) 375-5283 .................................................................................................(800) 767-1833 (TDD)

–––––– HEALTH CENTERS ––––––BERkS VA OUTPATIENT CLINIC ........................................................ (610) 208-4717

READING HEALTH REHABILITATION HOSPITAL ..................(484) 628-2388Our team of physicians, clinicians, nurses, and therapists delivers an unparalleled level of care through technologies, therapies, and wellness environments.2802 Papermill Road, Wyomissing, PA [email protected]/rehab See our ad on back page. See our profile on page 5.

–––––– HEALTH RESOURCES –––––– ALS ASSOCIATION (LOU GEHRIG’S DISEASE) ................................. (800) 782-4747AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY – CAPITAL REGION ........................ (800) 227-2345AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION .............................................. (888) 342-2383AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION CAPITAL REGION DIVISION ..... (800) 242-8721AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION .................................................... (610) 941-9595THE ARC OF THE UNITED STATES ....................................................... (800) 433-5255ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION BERkS COUNTY ........................................ (215) 574-3060AUTISM SOCIETY OF BERkS COUNTY .............................................. (610) 736-3739 BERkS COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS COUNCIL/ENCORE ................... (610) 374-3195COMMISSION ON ACCREDITATION OF REHABILITATION FACILITIES .......................................................................................... (888) 281-6531 DEAF & HARD OF HEARING .........................(610) 685-4520; (610) 685-4525 (TTY)EPILEPSY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN PENNSYLVANIA.................... (215) 629-5003INTERNATIONAL RETT SYNDROME FOUNDATION ........................... (800) 818-7388LUPUS FOUNDATION OF PENNSYLVANIA BERkS AREA .................. (800) 800-5776 MENTAL HEALTH AMERICA .............................................................. (800) 969-6642


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MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS FOUNDATION................................................. (888) 673-6287NATIONAL ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER ASSOCIATION (ADDA) .. (800) 939-1019THE NATIONAL DOWN SYNDROME SOCIETY .................................. (800) 221-4602PA TOURETTE SYNDROME ALLIANCE, INC. ...................................... (800) 990-3300SPINA BIFIDA ASSOCIATION ........................................................... (800) 621-3141TREATMENT ACCESS & SERVICE CENTER FOR SMOkING CESSATION ....................................................................................... (610) 375-4426UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY ................................................................. (800) 872-5827UNITED SPINAL ASSOCIATION ......................................................... (800) 404-2898

–––––– HEALTHCARE ––––––FOOT SOLUTIONS READING ...............................................(610) 775-4950More than a shoe store; highly trained staff provides comfortable and stylish footwear, diabetic shoes, custom orthotics, and home appointments.640 Kenhorst Plaza, Shillington, PA 19607www.footsolutions.com/reading


• Financial assistance • BERkS COUNTY ASSISTANCE OFFICE/HUMAN SERVICES .............. (610) 736-4211CATHOLIC CHARITIES....................................................................... (610) 376-7144DEPARTMENT OF WELFARE ............................................................... (610) 736-4211MEDICAID ......................................................................................... (800) 537-8862MEDICARE......................................................................................... (800) 647-8089MEDICARE ExTRA HELP ................................(800) 772-1213; (800) 325-0778 (TTY)NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON AGING ..................................................... (800) 222-2225PACE/PACENET AND PACE PLUS MEDICARE PROGRAMS ............ (800) 225-7223VETERANS HEALTH CARE BENEFITS .................................................. (800) 409-8771

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• WaiveR PROGRaMs • Waivers offer an array of services and benefits such as choice of qualified providers, due process, and health and safety assurances.

ADULT AUTISM WAIVER .................................................................... (866) 539-7689Provides long-term services and support to the specific needs of adults age 21 or older with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

AGING WAIVER .....................................................(717) 240-6110; (800) 697-0371A long-term living program that provides older Pennsylvanians the help they need to live independently in their homes or community.

AIDS WAIVER .................................................................................... (866) 286-3636For individuals 21 years of age or older who have symptomatic HIV disease.

ATTENDANT CARE WAIVER/ACT 150 ............................................... (866) 286-3636Available to Pennsylvania residents age 18 through 59 who are mentally alert but have physical disabilities.

COMMCARE WAIVER ...................................................................... (866) 286-3636For individuals with traumatic brain injury (TBI).

CONSOLIDATED WAIVER FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES ...................................................... (800) 692-7462For individuals with an intellectual disability. Designed to help them live more independently by providing a variety of services that promote community living.

INDEPENDENCE WAIVER .................................................................. (866) 286-3636For adults with severe disability. May help them live or remain in the community and live as independently as possible.

LIFE (LIVING INDEPENDENCE FOR THE ELDERLY) ............................ (866) 286-3636A federal program that helps adults 55 and over meet their healthcare needs in the community.

OBRA WAIVER .................................................................................. (866) 286-3636Covers services available for Pennsylvania residents age 18 to 59 with severe developmental physical disability, helping them to remain as independent as possible.

OPTIONS PROGRAM ....................................................................... (717) 240-6110An array of community-based long-term care provided by the Area Agency on Aging to help consumers function at optimal level while remaining in the most appropriate setting.



PA INDEPENDENT ENROLLMENT BROkER ........................................ (877) 550-4227A contracted statewide entity that facilitates and streamlines the eligibility/enrollment process for applicants seeking services.

PERSON/FAMILY DIRECTED SUPPORT WAIVER ................................ (800) 692-7462Designed to help persons with developmental disabilities live more independently in their homes and communities and provides a variety of services that promote community living, including self-directed service models and traditional, agency-based service models.

–––––– HEARING SERVICES –––––– BERkS DEAF & HARD OF HEARING SERVICES ..(610) 685-4520; (610) 685-4525 (TTY)BETTER HEARING INSTITUTE ............................................................... (202) 449-1100CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING OF CENTRAL PA ...................... (800) 323-6060HEARING LOSS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA ................................. (301) 657-2248NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF THE DEAF .....(301) 587-1788; (301) 587-1789 (TTY)

–––––– HOME CARE SERVICES –––––– Medical and non-medical services to qualified individuals in their home or in another community-based setting. Pennsylvania requires that all home care agencies and registries be licensed.

ABILITIES IN MOTION ........................................................................ (610) 376-0010ADVANCE MEDICAL STAFFING ....................................................... (610) 685-2960

ASSURED ASSISTANCE .......................................................(610) 796-4737Providing help so you can stay independent in your own home. Compassionate, reliable, non-medical caregivers available. Bonded, insured.225 North Kenhorst Boulevard, Reading, PA [email protected]

BAYADA HOME HEALTH CARE ..........................................(610) 736-9100Assistance with activities of daily living including personal care, medication assistance, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and other non-skilled services.40 Berkshire Court, Wyomissing, PA [email protected]

BERkS VISITING NURSES/ADVANTAGE HOME CARE ..................... (610) 378-0481 CARING COMPANIONS, INC. ......................................................... (610) 374-6522


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CARING MATTERS HOME CARE ............. (610) 401-0634; (866) 220-2724Personal assistance services, home support, companionship, respite care, transportation for errands/appointments, bilingual caregivers available, licensed, bonded, and insured.6 Hearthstone Court, Suite 303, Reading, PA 19606www.caringmattershomecare.com

COMFORT kEEPERS ......................................................................... (610) 678-8000DEDICATED NURSING ASSOCIATES ................................................ (610) 370-7701

SENIOR LIFE .........................................................................(610) 404-3200A Medicare-approved healthcare program providing physician, nursing rehabilitation, dietary, and personal care at no cost to eligible seniors in their homes and at the Senior LIFE center.20 Shelbourne Road, Reading, PA 19606www.SeniorLIFEReading.com See our ad on page 41. See our profile on page 5.

SENIORS HELPING SENIORS ............................................................. (610) 927-2778SPIRITRUST HOME CARE ................................................................... (610) 373-3740SUPERIOR HEALTH, INC. ................................................................... (610) 685-7351

–––––– HOME IMPROVEMENTS –––––– Funds are offered to income-eligible homeowners, especially low-income persons, the elderly, persons with disabilities, families with children, and high residential-energy users in Berks County, to reduce energy costs.

WARMWISE: AUDITS & REBATES ....................................................... (866) 956-0308WEATHERIZATION PROGRAMS ....................................................... (866) 466-3972

• HOMe MODiFicatiOns •

PARAMOUNT LIVING AIDS .................................................(800) 886-6364Stairlifts, ramps, and bathroom modifications available. Home adaptions to minimize fall risks for seniors. Free estimates. Best prices.225 North Kenhorst Boulevard, Reading, PA [email protected]

–––––– HOMELESS SERVICES –––––– BERkS COALITION TO END HOMELESSNESS .................................... (610) 372-7222OPPORTUNITY HOUSE ...................................................................... (610) 374-4696

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–––––– HOSPICE SERVICES –––––– Provides comfort and support to patients and their families when a life-limiting illness no longer responds to cure-oriented treatments.

BERkS VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION ............................................ (610) 378-0481 COMPASSIONATE CARE .................................................................. (717) 944-4466COVENANT HOME CARE & HOSPICE ............................................. (800) 726-8761HEARTLAND HOME CARE & HOSPICE ............................................. (866) 380-5874SPIRITRUST LUTHERAN HOME CARE AND HOSPICE ........................ (800) 926-7382UNITED DISABILITIES SERVICES ......................................................... (610) 685-1653

–––––– HOSPITALS –––––– HEALTHSOUTH READING REHABILITATION HOSPITAL .......(610) 796-6000We offer a comprehensive approach to rehabilitation with experienced professionals, the most advanced technologies, and personalized programs to help you reach your goals—faster.1623 Morgantown Road, Reading, PA 19607www.HealthSouthReading.com See our ad on this page.

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READING HEALTH SYSTEM ................................................................ (610) 988-8000ST. JOSEPH REGIONAL HEALTH NETWORk ...................................... (610) 378-2000WERNERSVILLE STATE HOSPITAL ....................................................... (610) 678-3411

–––––– HOTLINES –––––– AARP ................................................................................................. (888) 687-2277ALZHEIMER’S HELPLINE ..................................................................... (800) 272-3900AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY INFORMATION CENTER ................. (800) 227-2345AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION .............................................. (800) 342-2383AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION ................................................... (800) 242-8721AMERICAN LIVER FOUNDATION...................................................... (800) 465-4837AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION .................................................... (800) 586-4872AMERICAN PARkINSON’S DISEASE ASSOCIATION ........................ (800) 223-2732AMERICAN STROkE ASSOCIATION ................................................. (888) 478-7653ASTHMA & ALLERGY FOUNDATION OF AMERICA .......................... (800) 727-8462BERkS COUNTY AREA AGENCY ON AGING – COUNTY SERVICES CENTER ............................................................. (610) 478-6500BERkS TALkLINE ................................................................................ (610) 374-8255BUREAU OF CONSUMER PROTECTION ............................................ (800) 441-2555CDC NATIONAL STD AND AIDS HOTLINE ........................................ (800) 232-4636CROHN’S & COLITIS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA, INC .................. (800) 343-3637ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY ....................................... (800) 424-9346ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY EMERGENCY ................ (800) 438-2474FOOD SAFETY MEAT & POULTRY HOTLINE ....................................... (800) 535-4555HEARING AID HELP LINE ................................................................... (800) 521-5247 kIDNEY FOUNDATION HELPLINE ...................................................... (800) 622-9010





MEDICAID ......................................................................................... (800) 465-3203MEDICARE......................................................................................... (800) 647-8089NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE ........................................................ (800) 422-6237NATIONAL HEADACHE FOUNDATION ............................................. (800) 843-2256NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON AGING ..................................................... (800) 222-2225NATIONAL PARkINSON’S FOUNDATION ......................................... (800) 327-4545NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION ........................................... (800) 368-5642NURSE AID REGISTRY ........................................................................ (800) 852-0518NURSING HOME COMPLAINTS ........................................................ (800) 254-5164ORGAN DONATION ......................................................................... (800) 528-2971PA CRIME STOPPERS ......................................................................... (800) 472-8477PACE ................................................................................................. (800) 225-7223PENNDOT .......................................................................................... (800) 932-4600PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION BUREAU OF CONSUMER SERVICES ... (800) 782-1110RADON HOTLINE ............................................................................... (800) 237-2366RECYCLING....................................................................................... (800) 346-4242SOCIAL SECURITY INFORMATION ................................................... (800) 772-1213STROkE & NEUROLOGICAL INFORMATION .................................... (800) 352-9424TOBACCO qUITLINE ........................................................................ (800) 784-8669U.S. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS ....................................... (800) 827-1000U.S. PRODUCTS SAFETY COMMISSION ............................................ (800) 638-2772VETERANS’ ASSISTANCE OUTREACH CENTER ................................. (866) 906-8387WELFARE FRAUD ............................................................................... (800) 932-0582

–––––– HOUSING ––––––• assistance •

BERkS COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM ........................................ (610) 376-6571BERkS COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY ............................................ (610) 370-0822CITY OF READING HOUSING AUTHORITY ....................................... (610) 372-3933COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION ............................................. (610) 375-7866CATHOLIC CHARITIES ...................................................................... (610) 376-7144


DAYSPRING HOMES, INC. ................................................................ (610) 376-5648FAMILY PROMISE OF BERkS ............................................................. (610) 373-3323FRIEND, INC. kUTZTOWN .................................................................. (610) 683-7790HABITAT FOR HUMANITY .................................................................. (610) 373-3439HOMEOWNERS EMERGENCY MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HEMAP) ............................................................................................ (800) 569-4287HOUSING DISCRIMINATION HOTLINE ............................................. (800) 669-9777OPPORTUNITY HOUSE READING ..................................................... (610) 374-4696PATHSTONE ....................................................................................... (610) 376-2850PENNSYLVANIA HOUSING SEARCH ................................................ (877) 428-8844SkYVIEW APARTMENTS ..................................................................... (610) 376-6535

• Financial assistance • CATHOLIC CHARITIES ...................................................................... (610) 376-7144COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (RENTAL & MORTGAGE) .... (610) 375-7866DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES ............................................ (800) 692-7462HOMEOWNER & MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE ..................................... (800) 342-2397PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH ...................................... (877) 724-3258PHFA PENNSYLVANIA HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY..................... (717) 780-3800PROPERTY TAx/RENT REBATE PROGRAM ....................................... (888) 222-9190CITY OF READING HOUSING AUTHORITY ....................................... (610) 372-3933SALVATION ARMY ............................................................................ (610) 373-5208VETERANS ADMINISTRATION ........................................................... (800) 827-1000

• Rental assistance • BERkS COALITION TO END HOMELESSNESS ................................... (610) 372-7222BERkS COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM – BCAP .......................... (610) 376-6571BERkS COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM, INC. (BCAP) READING ... (610) 375-7866BERkS COUNTY COMMUNITY EMERGENCY FUNDS ....................... (610) 376-6571BERkS ENCORE – FLEETWOOD ......................................................... (610) 944-9242BERkS ENCORE – MIFFLIN ................................................................ (610) 777-5577CATHOLIC CHARITIES....................................................................... (610) 376-7144CENTRO HISPANO DANIEL TORRES ................................................. (610) 376-3748



OPPORTUNITY HOUSE ..................................................................... (610) 374-4696SALVATION ARMY ............................................................................ (610) 373-5208UNITED COMMUNITY SERVICES ...................................................... (610) 374-3319

–––––– HOUSING OPTIONS ––––––• aPaRtMent-style •

Independent living in a residential area. Generally does not have programs designed specifically for residents.

AMITY MANOR APARTMENTS ......................................................... (610) 385-4622BERkS COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY ........................................... (610) 370-0822B’NAI B’RITH HOUSE OF READING ................................................... (610) 374-4453FRANkLIN & NOBLE .......................................................................... (610) 562-9691FURNACE CREEk MANOR ................................................................ (610) 693-3419HUGH CARCELLA APARTMENTS ...................................................... (610) 372-1733JOHN LUTZ APARTMENTS.................................................................. (610) 779-8101OAkSHIRE SENIOR APARTMENTS ..................................................... (610) 376-1716PENN’S CROSSING ........................................................................... (610) 775-9220 qUEEN OF ANGELS .......................................................................... (610) 921-3115READING ELDERLY HOUSING ........................................................... (610) 373-1130SAUCONY CROSS ............................................................................ (610) 683-5966SAUCONY MEADOWS APARTMENTS .............................................. (610) 894-9874SENCIT TOWNE HOUSE APARTMENTS .............................................. (610) 777-6519SENIOR APARTMENTS AT WYOMISSING .......................................... (610) 927-8000SkYVIEW APARTMENTS ..................................................................... (610) 376-6535SOUTHGATE APARTMENTS AT WEST RIDGE .................................... (610) 916-2943WEIDNER MANOR APARTMENTS ...................................................... (610) 385-1070WYNCLIFFE HOUSE .......................................................................... (610) 562-4902

• liFe sHaRinG/FaMily livinG ResiDences • Supportive living that allows individuals with intellectual disabilities to live with independence and dignity with the assistance of a caring and experienced staff.

ABILITIES IN MOTION ....................................................................... (610) 376-0010


DAYSPRING HOMES ........................................................................ (610) 376-5648HUMAN WORkS AFFILIATES ............................................................ (484) 893-5050kENCREST .......................................................................................... (610) 825-9360SALVATION ARMY ............................................................................ (610) 373-5208THRESHOLD REHABILITATION SERVICES .......................................... (610) 777-7691

–– RETIREMENT LIVING (SEE RETIREMENT LIVING OPTIONS) ––

–––––– INFORMATION AND REFERRAL –––––– BERkS COUNTY AREA AGENCY ON AGING – COUNTY SERVICES CENTER ............................................................ (610) 478-6500BERkS ENCORE ................................................................................. (610) 374-3195

–––––– INSURANCE –––––– HEALTH INSURANCE MARkETPLACE NAVIGATOR .......................... (855) 274-5626INSURANCE INFORMATION HOTLINE .............................................. (800) 331-9146

–––––– LEGAL SERVICES –––––– BERkS COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION LAWYER REFERRAL SERVICE.. (610) 375-4591BERkS COUNTY DISTRICT JUSTICE .................................................... (610) 378-5101BERkS COUNTY SPECIAL COURTS ................................................... (610) 478-6456MID PENN LEGAL SERVICES ............................................................. (610) 376-8656

O’DONNELL, WEISS & MATTEI, P.C. ....................................(610) 323-2800OWM can help navigate the unique issues impacting seniors and their loved ones: Medicare/Medicaid, guardianship, nursing home care, living wills, estate planning, veterans’ benefits, and tax issues.Kathleen M. Martin, CELA, and Rebecca A. Hobbs, CELA41 East High Street, Pottstown, PA 19464www.owmlaw.com

O’DONNELL, WEISS & MATTEI, P.C. ....................................(610) 917-9347OWM can help navigate the unique issues impacting seniors and their loved ones: Medicare/Medicaid, guardianship, nursing home care, living wills, estate planning, veterans’ benefits, and tax issues.Rebecca A. Hobbs, CELA347 Bridge Street, Suite 200, Phoenixville, PA 19460www.owmlaw.com

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PA BAR ASSOCIATES REFERRAL SERVICE ........................................ (800) 692-7375 PA HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION ........................................... (717) 787-4410PENNSYLVANIA LEGAL AID NETWORk ............................................ (800) 322-7572 SENIORLAW HELPLINE ....................................................................... (877) 727-7529

–––––– LIBRARIES –––––– BERNVILLE AREA COMMUNITY LIBRARY ......................................... (610) 488-1302BETHEL-TULPEHOCkEN PUBLIC LIBRARY .......................................... (717) 933-4060BOONE AREA LIBRARY ..................................................................... (610) 582-5666BOYERTOWN COMMUNITY LIBRARY ............................................... (610) 369-0496BRANDYWINE COMMUNITY LIBRARY .............................................. (610) 682-7115 ExETER COMMUNITY LIBRARY ........................................................ (610) 406-9431FLEETWOOD AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY................................................. (610) 944-0146HAMBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY ............................................................. (610) 562-2843MIFFLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY ....................................................... (610) 777-3911MUHLENBURG COMMUNITY LIBRARY ............................................. (610) 929-0589READING PUBLIC LIBRARY ............................................................... (610) 655-6350READING PUBLIC LIBRARY – NORTHEAST BRANCH ........................ (610) 655-6361

NORTHWEST BRANCH ........................ (610) 655-6360 SOUTHEAST BRANCH ......................... (610) 655-6362

ROBESONIA COMMUNITY LIBRARY ................................................. (610) 693-3264SCHUYLkILL VALLEY COMMUNITY LIBRARY .................................... (610) 926-1555SINkING SPRING PUBLIC LIBRARY ................................................... (610) 678-4311SPRING TOWNSHIP LIBRARY ............................................................ (610) 373-9888VILLAGE LIBRARY .............................................................................. (610) 286-1022WERNERSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY ....................................................... (610) 678-8771WEST LAWN/WYOMISSING HILLS LIBRARY ...................................... (610) 678-4888 WOMELSDORF COMMUNITY LIBRARY ............................................. (610) 589-1424WYOMISSING PUBLIC LIBRARY ....................................................... (610) 374-2385


–––––– LOTTERY ––––––PENNSYLVANIA LOTTERYwww.palottery.state.pa.uswww.palottery.com See our ad on page 33.

–––––– MEDICAL EqUIPMENT & SUPPLIES ––––––PARAMOUNT LIVING AIDS .................................................(800) 886-6364Stairlifts, ramps, and bathroom modifications available. Home adaptions to minimize fall risks for seniors. Free estimates. Best prices.225 North Kenhorst Boulevard, Reading, PA [email protected]

UNITED DISABILITIES SERVICES (UDS)............................................... (888) 837-4235

–––––– MEDICARE ––––––• cOunselinG •

THE APPRISE HEALTH INSURANCE COUNSELING AND ASSISTANCE PROGRAM OF BERkS ENCORE .......................................................................... (610) 374-3195

• MeDicaRe aDvantaGe PROviDeRs • AETNA ............................................................................................... (800) 642-0013CAPITAL BLUECROSS ........................................................................ (800) 990-4201CIGNA .............................................................................................. (800) 668-3813COVENTRY HEALTH CARE ................................................................ (855) 292-4763GATEWAY HEALTH ............................................................................ (800) 685-5209GEISINGER ........................................................................................ (800) 498-9731HIGHMARk ....................................................................................... (866) 856-6166HUMANA ........................................................................................... (866) 945-4481UNITED HEALTHCARE ........................................................................ (877) 567-0356

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–––––– PHYSICIANS ––––––READING HEALTH REHABILITATION HOSPITAL ..................(484) 628-2388Our team of physicians, clinicians, nurses, and therapists delivers an unparalleled level of care through technologies, therapies, and wellness environments.2802 Papermill Road, Wyomissing, PA [email protected]/rehab See our ad on back page. See our profile on page 5.

–––––– POLICE DEPARTMENTS –––––– In the event of an emergency, dial 911.

BALLY BOROUGH ............................................................................. (610) 845-2400BERN TOWNSHIP ............................................................................... (610) 926-2535BETHEL TOWNSHIP ............................................................................ (610) 558-0929BIRDSBORO BOROUGH .................................................................... (610) 582-6037BOYERTOWN BOROUGH .................................................................. (610) 369-3050BRECkNOCk TOWNSHIP .................................................................. (717) 445-0656CAERNARVON TOWNSHIP ............................................................... (610) 286-1012CITY OF READING ............................................................................ (610) 655-6116COLEBROOkDALE DISTRICT ............................................................. (610) 367-5550CUMRU TOWNSHIP ........................................................................... (610) 777-9595DOUGLASS TOWNSHIP ..................................................................... (610) 367-9474ExETER TOWNSHIP ............................................................................ (610) 779-1490FLEETWOOD BOROUGH ................................................................... (610) 944-7011HAMBURG BOROUGH ...................................................................... (610) 562-7228kUTZTOWN BOROUGH ..................................................................... (610) 683-3545LAURELDALE BOROUGH ................................................................... (610) 655-4911MOHNTON BOROUGH ..................................................................... (610) 655-4911MUHLENBERG TOWNSHIP ................................................................. (610) 929-5454NORTHERN BERkS ............................................................................. (610) 926-2999OLEY TOWNSHIP ............................................................................... (610) 987-6656ROBESON TOWNSHIP ....................................................................... (610) 582-4276ROBESONIA BOROUGH ................................................................... (610) 678-2835



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SHILLINGTON BOROUGH ................................................................. (610) 777-3947SINkING SPRING BOROUGH ............................................................ (610) 678-4903SPRING TOWNSHIP ........................................................................... (610) 678-3431TILDEN TOWNSHIP ............................................................................. (610) 562-9001WEST READING BOROUGH .............................................................. (610) 373-0111WOMELSDORF BOROUGH ............................................................... (610) 655-4911WYOMISSING BOROUGH ................................................................ (610) 375-6102

–––––– POST OFFICES –––––– BALLY ................................................................................................ (610) 845-2377BARTO ............................................................................................... (610) 845-7544BECHTELSVILLE .................................................................................. (610) 369-1904BERNVILLE ......................................................................................... (610) 488-1477BETHEL ............................................................................................... (717) 933-8305BIRDSBORO ....................................................................................... (610) 582-2301BLANDON ......................................................................................... (610) 926-4777BOWERS ............................................................................................ (610) 682-6458BOYERTOWN ..................................................................................... (610) 367-2262CENTERPOST ..................................................................................... (610) 926-3586DOUGLASSVILLE ............................................................................... (610) 385-3651FLEETWOOD ...................................................................................... (610) 944-9077 GEIGERTOWN ................................................................................... (610) 286-9142HAMBURG ......................................................................................... (610) 562-7812HEREFORD ......................................................................................... (215) 679-7388kEMPTON .......................................................................................... (610) 756-6180kUTZTOWN ........................................................................................ (610) 683-8331LEESPORT ........................................................................................... (610) 926-4326LENHARTSVILLE ................................................................................. (610) 562-5076LIMEkILN ........................................................................................... (610) 689-4404LYON STATION .................................................................................. (610) 682-2516MAxATAWNY ................................................................................... (610) 683-8212MERTZTOWN ...................................................................................... (610) 682-2222


MOHNTON ........................................................................................ (610) 777-1101MOHRSVILLE ..................................................................................... (610) 926-3498MORGANTOWN ............................................................................... (610) 286-9100MOUNT AETNA ................................................................................. (717) 933-8656NEW BERNVILLE ................................................................................. (610) 367-2756OLEY .................................................................................................. (610) 987-6054PINE FORGE ...................................................................................... (610) 326-8308REHRERSBURG ................................................................................... (717) 933-5308ROBESONIA ...................................................................................... (610) 693-5541SHARTELSVILLE .................................................................................. (610) 488-9265SHILLINGTON .................................................................................... (610) 777-7143SHOEMAkERSVILLE .......................................................................... (610) 562-4716SINkING SPRING .............................................................................. (610) 678-8136

–––––– PRESCRIPTIONS ––––––• assistance •

BENEFITSCHECkUP ............................................................................ (800) 424-9046BERkS COUNTY AREA AGENCY ON AGING – COUNTY SERVICES CENTER ............................................................. (610) 478-6500BERkS ENCORE ................................................................................. (610) 374-3195COMMUNITY SUPPORT PROGRAM ................................... (610) 376-7144 ExT. 322MEDICARE ExTRA HELP ................................(800) 772-1213; (800) 325-0778 (TTY)PACE/PACENET AND PACE PLUS MEDICARE PROGRAMS ............ (800) 225-7223PARTNERSHIP FOR PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE .............................. (888) 477-2669 PRESCRIPTION DRUG PATIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ............... (202) 835-3400SALVATION ARMY ............................................................................ (610) 373-5208SPECIAL PHARMACEUTICAL BENEFITS PROGRAM – HIV/AIDS ...... (800) 922-9384SPECIAL PHARMACEUTICAL BENEFITS PROGRAM (SPBP) – MENTAL HEALTH ................................................................................ (800) 922-9384VETERANS HEALTHCARE BENEFITS ................................................... (800) 409-8771



–––––– RETAIL ––––––FOOT SOLUTIONS READING ...............................................(610) 775-4950More than a shoe store; highly trained staff provides comfortable and stylish footwear, diabetic shoes, custom orthotics, and home appointments.640 Kenhorst Plaza, Shillington, PA 19607www.footsolutions.com/reading

–––––– RETIREMENT LIVING OPTIONS ––––––• assisteD livinG ResiDences •

These residences or units are designed to provide an environment that combines housing and supportive services to allow residents to “age in place” without having to move to a licensed long-term care facility when their care needs increase. As of January 2011, changed regulations regarding licensure for assisted living communities became effective.

COLUMBIA COTTAGE....................................................................... (610) 927-0310

• cOntinuinG caRe RetiReMent cOMMunities • These communities offer a comprehensive package of services tailored to individual needs, abilities, and preferences as residents grow older, offering all levels of care.

THE HERITAGE OF GREEN HILLS ........................................................ (484) 269-5100

THE HIGHLANDS AT WYOMISSING ....................................(610) 775-2300The Highlands offers a full continuum of care from various-sized villas, apartments, personal care, and skilled nursing and rehab on 113 beautiful acres.2000 Cambridge Avenue, Wyomissing, PA [email protected]

LUTHERAN HOME AT TOPTON .......................................................... (610) 682-1440PHOEBE BERkS VILLAGE & HEALTH CARE CENTER .......................... (610) 927-8505

ZERBE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY .......................................(717) 445-8741Family owned for 58 years, Zerbe Retirement Community offers a complete continuum of care: independent living homes, a personal care facility, and a skilled nursing center.2499 Zerbe Road, Narvon, PA [email protected]

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• DeMentia caRe Facilities/units • These are specialized areas or freestanding facilities that offer a sensitive environment that better meets the dementia residents’ needs.

BERkSHIRE COMMONS .................................................................... (610) 779-3993CHESTNUT kNOLL ............................................................................. (610) 473-8066COUNTRY MEADOWS OF WYOMISSING ......................................... (610) 374-9966GOLDEN LIVING CENTER – READING .............................................. (610) 779-8522GRAND VIEW MANOR ..................................................................... (610) 944-1800THE HIGHLANDS AT WYOMISSING .................................................. (610) 775-2300kEYSTONE VILLA AT DOUGLASSVILLE ............................................. (610) 385-5002THE LUTHERAN HOME AT TOPTON ................................................... (610) 682-1400MANORCARE HEALTH SERVICES ..................................................... (610) 670-2100PHOEBE BERkS HEALTH CARE CENTER ............................................ (610) 927-8200

• inDePenDent livinG cOMMunities • They are for essentially healthy, self-sufficient seniors who want to continue to live on their own while benefiting from the security of the environment and the active lifestyle of these communities.

THE HERITAGE OF GREEN HILLS ........................................................ (484) 269-5090THE HIGHLANDS AT WYOMISSING .................................................. (610) 775-2300kEYSTONE VILLA AT DOUGLASSVILLE ............................................. (610) 385-2000PHOEBE BERkS .................................................................................. (610) 927-8200

• nuRsinG & ReHaB/lOnG-teRM caRe Facilities • These facilities offer skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services. Other services generally offered are therapeutic, recreational, and social activities.

BERkS HEIM ....................................................................................... (610) 376-4841BERkSHIRE CENTER ........................................................................... (610) 779-0600GOLDEN LIVING CENTER OF READING ........................................... (610) 779-8522kUTZTOWN MANOR .......................................................................... (610) 683-6220LAUREL CENTER ................................................................................. (610) 562-2284MANORCARE HEALTH SERVICES – LAURELDALE ............................. (610) 921-9292MANORCARE HEALTH SERVICES – SINkING SPRING .................... (610) 670-2100



MANORCARE HEALTH SERVICES – WEST READING ........................ (610) 373-5166MIFFLIN CENTER ................................................................................ (610) 777-7841PHOEBE BERkS HEALTHCARE CENTER ............................................. (610) 927-8200


SETON MANOR ...................................................................(570) 366-0400Senior living community meeting the personalized needs of all. Offering short-term rehab, long-term care, and secured dementia unit.1000 Seton Drive, Orwigsburg, PA 17961

SPRUCE MANOR NURSING & REHAB CENTER ................................. (610) 374-5175WYOMISSING HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER ......................... (610) 376-3991

• PeRsOnal caRe HOMes/units • These homes/units provide shelter, meals, supervision, and assistance with personal care tasks, typically for older people or people with physical, behavioral health, or cognitive disabilities who are unable to care for themselves but do not need nursing home or medical care. Inspected and licensed through the PA Department of Public Welfare.

BERkS LEISURE LIVING ...................................................................... (610) 916-8833BERkSHIRE COMMONS SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY ................... (610) 779-3993

COLONIAL LODGE COMMUNITY ......................................(717) 336-5501Colonial Lodge Community is a warm, caring, homelike community for individuals desiring personal care services or independent living.2015 North Reading Road, Denver, PA [email protected]

COLONIAL MANOR ADULT HOME .................................................. (610) 385-6175COUNTRY MEADOWS OF WYOMISSING ......................................... (610) 374-9966 DANkEN HOUSE ............................................................................... (610) 678-9282ELMCROFT OF READING .................................................................. (610) 370-2211




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EVANS RETIREMENT CENTER ............................................................. (610) 944-7257GRAND VIEW MANOR ..................................................................... (610) 944-1800HEARTHSTONE AT AMITY .................................................................. (610) 385-7600HEARTHSTONE AT MAIDENCREEk .................................................... (610) 926-7600kEYSTONE VILLA AT DOUGLASSVILLE ............................................. (610) 385-5002kEYSTONE VILLA AT FLEETWOOD..................................................... (484) 637-8200kUTZTOWN MANOR .......................................................................... (610) 683-6220LAUREL CENTER ................................................................................. (610) 562-2284LIBERTY SqUARE ............................................................................... (610) 589-1679THE MANOR AT MARkET SqUARE .................................................... (610) 876-0763MIFFLIN COURT SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY ................................ (610) 796-1600MILLER PERSONAL CARE HOME....................................................... (610) 374-9203MORRIS PACE PERSONAL CARE HOME .......................................... (610) 371-9590

RITTENHOUSE SENIOR LIVING OF READING ......................(610) 208-8890Personal care located in Muhlenberg Township, placing progress and personal fulfillment as our highest objectives.2900 Lawn Terrace, Reading, PA [email protected]

SACRED HEART VILLA ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITY ................... (610) 929-5751STABON MANOR PERSONAL CARE HOME. .................................... (610) 373-2272THE VILLA ST. ELIZABETH ................................................................... (610) 478-1201

–––––– SENIOR CENTERS –––––– Great places to meet for social interaction and cultural and recreational activities. They are a place to make new friends and maintain relationships with old friends.

BERkS ENCORE BIRDSBORO ................................................................................. (610) 582-1603 FLEETWOOD ................................................................................. (610) 944-9242 MIFFLIN ........................................................................................ (610) 777-5577 READING ..................................................................................... (610) 374-3195 STRAUSSTOWN ............................................................................. (610) 488-5770 WERNERSVILLE ............................................................................. (610) 670-1372


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THE CENTER AT SPRING STREET IN BOYERTOWN ............................. (610) 367-2313FAMILY FIRST RESOURCE CENTER .................................................... (610) 372-7488kENNEDY SENIOR CENTER ............................................................... (610) 375-3510LA CASA DE LA AMISTAD ................................................................ (610) 685-1284

–––––– SENIOR SERVICES ––––––BERkS ENCORE ...................................................................(610) 374-3195Assists older adults with achieving a better quality of life through a comprehensive program of services, referrals, education, and advocacy.40 North Ninth Street, Reading, PA [email protected] See our ad on inside front page. See our profile on page 5.

SENIOR LIFE .........................................................................(610) 404-3200A Medicare-approved healthcare program providing physician, nursing rehabilitation, dietary, and personal care at no cost to eligible seniors in their homes and at the Senior LIFE center.20 Shelbourne Road, Reading, PA 19606www.SeniorLIFEReading.com See our ad on facing page. See our profile on page 5.

–––––– SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS –––––– A club of professional or business people organized for their coordination of and participation in public service.

ALLENTOWN YMCA/YWCA ............................................................ (610) 434-9333CENTRAL BERkS LIONS CLUB ........................................................... (610) 926-1492LIONS CLUB OF SHILLINGTON .......................................................... (610) 777-7078LIONS CLUBS PA STATE COUNCIL .................................................... (717) 564-2586

–––––– SUPPORT GROUPS –––––– A group of people whose members exchange, give, and receive both emotional and practical support, share ideas, and provide each other with information. AL-ANON ......................................................................................... (610) 373-5237ALZHEIMER’S – CHESTNUT kNOLL ................................................... (610) 473-8066ALZHEIMER’S – WERNERSVILLE/PHOEBE BERkS .............................. (610) 927-8940 AMPUTEE SUPPORT TEAM OF LANCASTER ...................................... (717) 665-0139BREAST CANCER ....................................................(610) 375-9925; (610) 478-1447





EPILEPSY ............................................................................................ (800) 887-7165HEART FAILURE .................................................................................. (610) 988-4357LIFE AFTER STROkE ........................................................................... (610) 988-4357GREATER READING MENTAL HEALTH ALLIANCE ............................ (610) 775-3000PARkINSON’S.................................................................................... (610) 929-8627STROkE SUPPORT GROUP/OUTPATIENT THERAPY ........................... (610) 796-6328VISION RESOURCE CENTER OF BERkS COUNTY ............................ (610) 375-8407

–––––– TAx ASSISTANCE –––––– AARP TAx–AIDE ................................................................................ (888) 227-7669BERkS ENCORE ................................................................................. (610) 374-3195BOYERTOWN AREA MULTI-SERVICE INC. ........................................ (610) 367-6957IRS INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE ..................................................... (800) 829-1040READING DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE .............................................. (610) 378-4401VITA – VOLUNTEER INCOME TAx ASSISTANCE PROGRAM OF BERkS ENCORE ........................................................................... (610) 374-3195

–––––– TELEPHONE ASSISTANCE ––––––BERkS DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING SERVICES .......................................................................(610) 685-4520; (610) 685-4525 (TTY)

–––––– THERAPIES ––––––HEALTHSOUTH READING REHABILITATION HOSPITAL .......(610) 796-6000We offer a comprehensive approach to rehabilitation with experienced professionals, the most advanced technologies, and personalized programs to help you reach your goals—faster.1623 Morgantown Road, Reading, PA 19607www.HealthSouthReading.com See our ad on page 24.


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–––––– TRANSPORTATION SERVICES –––––– Support from a governmental unit or the general public. May be free, reduced fare, or donations depending on entity.

BARTA ..................................................................................(610) 921-2361Seniors 65 or older can ride BARTA bus routes for free or at a discounted rate on BARTA special services.Serving the Berks County [email protected] See our ad on this page.

DIAkON VOLUNTEERS SERVING SENIORS ....................................... (610) 682-1412MEDICAL ASSISTANCE TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM (MATP) ...... (610) 921-2361VETERANS’ TRANSPORTATION SERVICES ........................................ (610) 375-4383VOLUNTEER HOME CARE ................................................................. (610) 682-1412

–– UTILITIES (SEE ENERGY ASSISTANCE) ––

–––––– VETERANS SERVICES –––––– AMERICAN RED CROSS — READING .............................................. (877) 272-7337BERkS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS .................... (610) 378-5601BERkS VA OUTPATIENT CLINIC ........................................................ (610) 208-4717PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AND VETERANS AFFAIRS ........................................................................... (800) 547-2838VETERANS ASSISTANCE OUTREACH CENTER .................................. (866) 906-8307

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VETERANS HEALTHCARE BENEFITS ................................................... (800) 409-8771

VETERANS TRANSPORTATION SERVICES OF AMERICAN RED CROSS .............................................................. (610) 375-4383

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS ....................................... (800) 827-1000

–– VISION (SEE EYE CARE SERVICES) ––

–––––– VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES –––––– ACqUIRED BRAIN INJURY NETWORk OF PA ................................... (800) 516-8052

–––––– WEATHERIZATION PROGRAMS –––––– Funds are offered to income-eligible homeowners, especially low-income persons, the elderly, persons with disabilities, families with children, and high residential-energy users in Berks County, to reduce energy costs.

WARMWISE: AUDITS & REBATES ....................................................... (866) 956-0308

WEATHERIZATION BCAP ................................................................... (610) 375-9770

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The Seventh Avenue Project, with completion in the Fall of 2016, will be a combination surgical and inpatient tower that includes seven patient-care levels and combines the hospital’s many surgical services into one of the most technologically advanced and sophisticated surgical centers in the region. The new 476,000 square foot building will add new surgical suites, private patient rooms, and an all-new “Green Roof” while paving the way for the existing Emergency Department and Trauma Center to be expanded by 21,000 square feet.

With the addition of the Seventh Avenue Project to our main campus, our community is assured that Reading Health System will continue to provide the highest level of care for many years to come.

The Seventh Avenue Project will include:

24 surgical suites, including six hybrid- capable operating rooms

eight minor procedure rooms

150 total private patient rooms

16 new emergency treatment rooms

bays

88,000 square foot rooftop Healing Garden making up over 72% of the building’s overall footprint and the third largest green roof on a healthcare building in the U.S.

http://www.readinghealth.org/seventhavenue

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