AmeriCorps Seniors is a national volunteer program administered by the Corporation for National and Community Service that engages people age 55 and up in opportunities that tap into their skills and experience to cost-effectively address vital community needs. In Northeast Georgia, the AmeriCorps Seniors is sponsored by The Athens Community Council on Aging.

RSVP

RSVP volunteers serve in a wide variety of roles, addressing many of our community’s most pressing needs through their roles as friendly visitors, volunteer drivers, Meals on Wheels drivers, and many other impactful roles.

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RSVP

RSVP volunteers serve in a wide variety of roles, addressing many of our community’s most pressing needs through their roles as friendly visitors, volunteer drivers, Meals on Wheels drivers, and many other impactful roles.

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Foster Grandparent Program

Foster Grandparent volunteers make a lasting difference in the lives of children by providing one-on-one support in classrooms, HeadStart programs and daycare centers across Northeast Georgia.

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Foster Grandparent Program

Foster Grandparent volunteers make a lasting difference in the lives of children by providing one-on-one support in classrooms, HeadStart programs and daycare centers across Northeast Georgia.

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Senior Companion Program

Senior Companion volunteers are paired with older adults and individuals with disabilities. Volunteers provide in-home companionship, can assist with transportation and light chores, and provide caregiver respite.

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Senior Companion Program

Senior Companion volunteers are paired with older adults and individuals with disabilities. Volunteers provide in-home companionship, can assist with transportation and light chores, and provide caregiver respite.

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Connections, Spring 2023
Connections, Spring 2023

From the perspective of experts apart of three different generations: what does aging REALLY mean today? You’ll find out in this issue of Connections! You’ll also hear from Kitty Meyran – recently retired long-time YMCA leader – about aging well and living well. And those fuzzy friends that keep many […]

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Take Me Out to the Ball Game: An unlikely duo find common ground through baseball and Meals on Wheels
Take Me Out to the Ball Game: An unlikely duo find common ground through baseball and Meals on Wheels

David and Luther  “My wife, Benita, first volunteered for Meals on Wheels, but had some other things come up. Benita said, ‘I think it’s time for me to give up the route.’ And I had actually ridden with her a couple of times and was semi-retired. So, I said don’t […]

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2022 Annual Report
2022 Annual Report

Over the last 55 years, ACCA has been shaped by the changing needs of the people it serves. As we access the changed landscape of our post-pandemic communities, we’re looking back while thinking forward. And through it all, we’re determined to continue our legacy of promoting aging well through engagement, […]

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