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. | | | | August is Make-A-Will Month! | 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. | | | | A Toast to the Holidays! Sponsorships Available | 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 earned a 2026 Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency! | | | | | | 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. | | | | With Thanks to Our Supporters | Your gifts help provide essentials like food for homebound seniors, housing support, transportation to medical appointments, and emergency assistance. | | | | Monthly Donors Michael Boswell Kathryn Edelen Paileen Gilbert Mark & Angela Mayer Steven & Eileen McLaughlin Robin & Chris Reeder Lori Van Gemert | | | July Donors CharisCares Mark Farbman Nancy Haller Terrence McPherson St. Peter's Catholic Church Lukas Utiger | | | | | Save the Date: Join us this November! | | | Mark your calendars for SOAR's signature event, A Toast to the Holidays! | | | | When: Thursday, November 5, 2026 Time: 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm Cocktail Attire | | Where:
Springfield Manor
11836 Auburn Road
Thurmont, MD 21788 | | | | Ticket Cost: $150.00 each
(Tickets will go on sale September 15th) | | | 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. | | | | Through a generous partnership with Frederick
Health, SOAR is able to operate a medical equipment
center. We accept donated items and then provide
items on loan or for permanent use. | Rollators, Electric Lift Chairs, Grab Bars, Sit to Stand,
Electric Scooters & Electric Wheelchairs,
Hospital Beds, Hospital Bed tables,
Hoyer Lifts, Wheelchairs, Stair Glides, Ramps, Tub
transfer benches, and more! | | | | Leslie Schultz, Founder/Executive Director
Stephanie McGovern, Food Program & Volunteer Coordinator
Patty Chopas, Program Coordinator
Maggie Clingman, Development Coordinator | Meet our Board of Directors | 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 | | | | Know A Senior in Need? Share our mission and help us reach seniors who may be struggling alone. The individual must be 65+, live in Frederick County, and income below $2,100/month or $3,000/month for couples. | Volunteer: Join our team of dedicated volunteers and help make a lasting impact in the lives of low-income seniors. Opportunities include Grocery Delivery Program (2x month), administrative support, holiday meal delivery, medical equipment pick up/delivery, marketing/social media, and special events. | Donate: Help us make a difference in the lives of low-income seniors in Frederick County. Your support matters more now than ever. Your gift helps cover essentials like food, transportation to medical appointments, and emergency support. | 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 | | | | To protect the dignity and privacy of the seniors we serve, stories are shared anonymously or as composites. | | | You are being sent this email because you are a subscriber. If you wish to update your Email Preferences or Unsubscribe, click *{{Unsubscribe}}* | | | | |
