The RSVP Bone Builders Program relies upon weight training and balance exercises to protect against fractures caused by osteoporosis by increasing muscular strength, balance and bone density. Studies published in the New England Journal of Medicine and the Journal of the American Medical Association show that elderly women who participated in a weight training program […]
With One-2-One You’re Never Alone. One-2-One is a program that serves Rutland County seniors aged 60 and over. RSVP & The Volunteer Center volunteers provide the services. Caring and compassionate volunteers help individuals maintain their independence by providing transportation to essential services appointments for Rutland County residents. Transportation Assistance: Volunteer drivers provide rides to eligible […]
RSVP Operation Dolls & More Program
RSVP Operation Dolls & More has collaborated with the Trinity Church of Rutland to offer this holiday program to area youth. This program provides over 10,000 new and restored dolls, toys and books. Items are then distributed through 50+ nonprofit organizations to over 2,000 Rutland County children. RSVP volunteers provide hours of dedicated service ensuring the success of […]
RSVP of Rutland and Addison Counties partners with AARP to offer a free tax assistance program for the community. This program is designed to help low to moderate income community households navigate tax preparation and save money by avoiding costly fees. RSVP provides AARP-trained/IRS-certified volunteers to prepare state and federal income tax returns and answer tax questions. […]
RSVP Rutland County Reads & RSVP After School Buddies are Signature Programs of RSVP and The Volunteer Center aimed at children. Utilizing volunteers these programs seek to improve and enhance the lives of children by sharing their time and talents with our youth on a regular basis. We will work with your schedule to determine the […]
RSVP Movers & Shakers is a FREE exercise program for those living with Parkinson’s and other related diseases. RSVP Movers & Shakers is offered every week at the Godnick Adult Center in Rutland. The program is open to anyone to join at any time. Both caregivers and those living with Parkinson’s disease or other related diseases are welcome. […]
The Warm Hearts Warm Hands Initiative is an RSVP Signature Program which distributes handmade items to local schools, nursing homes, social service agencies, and hospitals in Addison County. Volunteers sew or knit items and bring them to RSVP’s Addison County Office for distribution. Volunteers can use their own fabric, fleece and/or yarn or request materials […]
RSVP Veterans Connection Program
RSVP’s Veterans Connections Program brings together veterans twice a month for conversation and learning experiences. The primary focus of the program is to help promote camaraderie among former service members. The RSVP Veterans Connections coffee hour is a place where vets can enjoy a cup of coffee, connect with one another and build fellowship, while […]