- There are almost 400 active RSVP volunteers in Lincoln County.
- A donation of $20 will purchase a grab bar for the bathroom to help prevent falls.
- A donation of $25 will give a low-income senior a mileage reimbursement so they can volunteer for a month.
- Over 750 people last year made informed decisions about their Medicare options and on average saved $1800.
- A donation of $10 will give someone escorted transportation to their medical appointments with possible stops for prescriptions and light groceries.
- A study of Americans over age 60 found that those who volunteer reported lower disability and higher levels of well-being relative to non-volunteers.
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For those living in rural areas, volunteering can provide an important way to stay connected and active.
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The effects of volunteering have been found to be greater than other factors including income, education level, or marriage.
