Serving low-income seniors throughout Frederick County through programs,

direct assistance, and community partnerships.

Food & More Program
65 seniors on a biweekly basis
42 seniors received weekly produce
23 seniors received monthly shelf stable food

 

Transportation Program
42 transports provided

 

Direct Assistance Requests

45 services provided

 

Medical Equipment Center
24 pieces of equipment were donated

22 pieces of equipment distributed

 

Total Services Provided

510 services provided

Every Ride Makes a Difference

       When a husband and wife are both facing serious illnesses, getting to medical appointments can become a significant challenge, especially when neither is able to drive. For one SOAR supported couple in their seventies, living on a monthly income of just $2,200, the long distance to the critical medical care they each needed made getting to those appointments even more difficult.  

       SOAR has been able to provide rides for both of them, helping ensure they can get to the medical care they need. A ride can sometimes be about so much more than simply getting there. For this couple, SOAR’s transportation program provides a sense of independence during a challenging time while easing the stress of getting to important appointments. With transportation taken care of, they can focus on what matters most - their health.

       The husband recently shared that he appreciates the kindness of SOAR’s staff and volunteers and is thankful that SOAR provides them with a dependable way to get to their medical appointments.

       By providing transportation to medical appointments, we help improve the quality of life for low-income seniors in our community by removing a barrier that might otherwise prevent them from getting the care they need. We are grateful to our volunteers and supporters, whose generosity makes SOAR’s transportation program possible and ensures that seniors get to their appointments safely and reliably, with confidence and peace of mind.

Stories like this are becoming more common. 

With your support, compassionate and meaningful help is possible when it's needed most. 

Have you made your will? August is Make-A-Will Month.

It is a perfect time to put your wishes in writing and make a lasting difference.

Creating or updating your will is one of the most thoughtful things you can do for yourself and the people and causes you care about. It can provide peace of mind, help ensure your wishes are honored, and give you the opportunity to support the organizations that matter most to you.

Consider including Supporting Older Adults Through Resources (SOAR) in your legacy plans.

A gift through your will, retirement account, or life insurance policy can help ensure that SOAR is here for vulnerable seniors for generations to come. You can choose a specific dollar amount, a percentage of your estate, or another gift that works for you.

Your legacy gift can help ensure that someday, when a senior needs help, there will be someone to call and a place to turn.

It’s more than a gift. It’s a powerful way to say, “Our seniors matter.”

This August, take a moment to make or update your will and consider leaving a legacy that will continue to change lives long after you’re gone.

Your generosity today can make a difference for seniors tomorrow.

Silver & Angel Sponsorship opportunities are still available!

We invite you to join us as a sponsor of this special event and make a lasting impact on the lives of low-income seniors in Frederick County.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Explore Sponsorship Opportunities and Join Us in Supporting Seniors in Our Community!

Sponsorship deadline is September 1, 2026

We are pleased to announce that SOAR has earned a

2026 Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency!

 

 This prestigious recognition from Candid highlights

SOAR’s commitment to transparency and impact.

You can learn more by visiting our profile here. 

 

We are deeply grateful to our generous donors, dedicated volunteers, board members, and valued community partners whose support helps us make a meaningful difference in the lives of local seniors.

Your gifts help provide essentials like food for homebound seniors, housing support, transportation to medical appointments, and emergency assistance.

Mark your calendars for SOAR's signature event, A Toast to the Holidays!

 

Where:
Springfield Manor
11836 Auburn Road
Thurmont, MD 21788

What to Expect:

Heavy stationed and passed hors d’oeuvres

Premium Open Bar with two signature cocktails

Dessert bar & Coffee

LIVE & Silent Auction

       SOAR's Transportation Program offers free rides to medical appointments for low-income seniors who do not own a car or are no longer able to drive.

       We recognize that some seniors need more than just transportation, they benefit from door-to-door assistance and support during their appointments. With this in mind, we offer the option of caregiver-assisted transportation, ensuring seniors have a companion to help them safely get to and from medical visits.

       SOAR is looking for caring and dependable volunteer drivers for our transportation program. Your time and support can make a meaningful difference in helping seniors get to important medical appointments. If you are interested in volunteering, please apply here.

       SOAR is the grateful recipient of a minivan, which allows us to offer our volunteers the option of using their own car or the SOAR minivan when transporting our seniors to their appointments.

       We are sincerely grateful to Mark and Susan Butt and the Rotary Club of Frederick for making this possible.

Leslie Schultz, Founder/Executive Director
Stephanie McGovern, Food Program & Volunteer Coordinator
Patty Chopas, Program Coordinator
Maggie Clingman, Development Coordinator

Judy Lancaster, President
JD Shuman, Vice-President
Andrew Jeanneret, Treasurer
Rebecca Full, Secretary

Susan Butt, Director

Andy Carpel, Director

Shawn Graff, Director
Angela Mayer, Director

Mary Rolle, Director

SOAR has created an Amazon.com list of essential needs for low-income seniors. If you are interested in helping us provide these items, please visit our list.

THANK YOU!

 

Our Contact Information

Supporting Older Adults Through Resources

P.O. Box 1603

Frederick, MD 21702

240-575-9665

https://soarfrederick.org

 

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