“I have benefited so much from the people that I work with. The things they are willing to share, their life experience over the years, their wisdom — it’s amazing.” -Thom

How a Utility Bill Sparked a New Mission for Thom

Let us introduce you to Thom Spencer, a Senior Companion volunteer extraordinaire in Brigham City. Thom is retired and loves to garden, but found an opportunity to get out of the house and give back to his community throughout the year. After seeing a posting about the need for volunteers in his utility bill, Thom thought: “How am I going …

Connecting Generations. Inspiring Students at Navajo Mountain High

Connecting Generations

Meet Mica Dejolie, a Foster Grandparent at Navajo Mountain High School in San Juan County, whose dedication and passion for education are making a profound impact on the students and the community. Before joining AmeriCorps, Mica had an incredible career. She’s a proud retiree of the Bureau of Indian Affairs – San Carlos Irrigation Project, where she worked tirelessly to …

Three images of Grandma Jan

In Memory of Grandma Jan

Jan Phillips’ boundless compassion and spirited personality left an indelible mark on everyone she met. As an AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent at South Valley School, Jan dedicated her time and heart to supporting students with special needs, creating a legacy of care and kindness that will never be forgotten. Her ability to connect with students, offering encouragement and unconditional support, …

Tim Thorne Honored with Utah AmeriCorps Seniors Service Award

Tim is an AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer serving in Davis County with the RSVP program. He volunteers at Antelope Island State Park, as a Meals-on-Wheels driver, at Eagle Bay Elementary as a Literacy Tutor, and can often be found helping out at local events. Tim’s commitment to serving his community and his remarkable volunteer efforts make him an outstanding recipient of …

Celebrating the Heart of Moab: AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteers Honored for Their Service

Moab, a community known for its stunning landscapes and vibrant culture, also boasts a remarkable spirit of service and dedication among its residents. This was evident on June 11, 2024, when the UServeUtah AmeriCorps Seniors program recognized the contributions of four AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers. These dedicated individuals were celebrated at a reception at the Grand Center, followed by a spotlight …

MIKE ALLRED HONORED WITH UTAH AMERICORPS SENIORS SERVICE AWARD

October, 2022 Mike is awesome! He volunteers with Davis County Senior Services, Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP). He has been a volunteer in this program for 3 years. We struggle to get volunteers for this program because Medicare can be intimidating and maybe not the most fun volunteer opportunity. Mike jumped right in. He was eager to learn the material …

D Anne Robinson Honored with Utah AmeriCorps Seniors Service Award

D Anne Robinson may be retired, but she never tires of offering a helping hand to those in need! D Anne was honored with the Utah AmeriCorps Seniors Service Award in June of 2022 for her service with the AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP program. The AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP program pairs senior volunteers with organizations making change in communities across our state …

Art Manzanares, AmeriCorps Seniors Service Award

Art Manzanares Honored with Utah AmeriCorps Seniors Service Award

March, 2022 Art Manzanares was honored with the Utah AmeriCorps Seniors Service Award in March of 2022 for his service as an AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer with Weber Human Services’ Senior Companion Program. Program Director Heidi Wade submitted the following nomination about Art’s outstanding service: “Art Manzanares works hard to serve our clients, overcoming his own disabilities to bring joy back …