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May 14, 2024 - Reading, PA

Shapiro Administration Awards $3 Million in 2023-24 Senior Community Center Grants

The Pennsylvania Department of Aging announced 45 Senior Community Centers (SCCs) from 26 counties across the Commonwealth will receive one of the Department's 2023-24 competitive grants totaling $2 million, ensuring older adults are supported in familiar, local places with services to stay healthy and connected to their communities.

Hundreds of other SCCs that didn't compete for the larger grants will get to divide up an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget for SCCs, which serve as social support lifelines in their communities. SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day. The competitive grants help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services.

The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly with proceeds from the Pennsylvania Lottery.

Speakers Include:
Lori Gerhart, Berks Encore VP of Advancement
Secretary of Aging Jason Kavulich
State Senator Judy Schwank
State Representative Manuel Guzman
Commissioner Michael Rivera
Jessica Jones, Berks County Area Agency on Aging Director



Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich is joined by Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_001.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich is joined by Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_002.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich is joined by Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_003.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich is joined by Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_004.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich is joined by Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_005.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich is joined by Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_006.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lori Gerhart, Berks Encore VP of Advancement, joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_007.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lori Gerhart, Berks Encore VP of Advancement, joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_008.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lori Gerhart, Berks Encore VP of Advancement, joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_009.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lori Gerhart, Berks Encore VP of Advancement, joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_010.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich is joined by Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_011.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lori Gerhart, Berks Encore VP of Advancement, joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_012.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> State Senator Judy Schwank joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_013.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> State Senator Judy Schwank joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_014.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> State Senator Judy Schwank joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_015.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> State Senator Judy Schwank joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_016.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> State Senator Judy Schwank joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_017.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich is joined by Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_018.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> State Representative Manuel Guzman joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_019.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> State Representative Manuel Guzman joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_020.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> State Representative Manuel Guzman joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_021.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> State Representative Manuel Guzman joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_022.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich is joined by Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_023.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Commissioner Michael Rivera joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_024.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Commissioner Michael Rivera joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_025.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Commissioner Michael Rivera joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_026.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Commissioner Michael Rivera joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_027.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Commissioner Michael Rivera joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_028.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Jessica Jones, Berks County Area Agency on Aging Director joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_029.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Jessica Jones, Berks County Area Agency on Aging Director joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_030.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Jessica Jones, Berks County Area Agency on Aging Director joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_031.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Jessica Jones, Berks County Area Agency on Aging Director joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_032.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Jessica Jones, Berks County Area Agency on Aging Director joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_033.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> State Senator Judy Schwank, Secretary of Aging Jason Kavulich, Commissioner Michael Rivera, State Representative Manuel Guzman, Jessica Jones, Berks County Area Agency on Aging Director, Lori Gerhart, Berks Encore VP of Advancement<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_034.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich is joined by Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_035.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> State Representative Manuel Guzman joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. ..SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. ..The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_036.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich is joined by Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_037.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> State Representative Manuel Guzman joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. ..SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. ..The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_038.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> State Senator Judy Schwank joins Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich and Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. ..SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. ..The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_039.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich is joined by Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_040.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich is joined by Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_041.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich is joined by Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_042.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich is joined by Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_043.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich is joined by Berks County leaders to announce the recipients of Senior Community Center (SCC) competitive grants to help SCCs fund larger-scale projects such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing nutrition services. .SCCs throughout Pennsylvania welcome thousands of older adults through their doors every day with services that help them stay healthy and connected to their communities: nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling, and exercise programs. .The grant funding is appropriated by the General Assembly from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The competitive grant funding is $2 million. New this year is an additional $1 million that Governor Josh Shapiro secured in his first budget to create a permanent non-competitive track to the grant program..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/25919_Aging_SeniorCommunityCenter_ERD_044.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a>