Dr. Mary Ann Gawelek is not only a donor and volunteer but also an advocate, demonstrating the meaning of LIVE UNITED.
"I advocate for community improvement everyday by supporting United Way's efforts to research the condition of women in the region, and by encouraging women to get directly involved in their community by serving on profit and not-for-profit boards.
I LIVE UNITED by advocating the issues most important to my United Way."
Click here to read more about the Status of Women research.
Alle-Kiski
Faith in Action
Enhancing the quality of life for citizens 60 years and older who reside in Lower and Upper Burrell by providing volunteer companionship and assistance.
We welcome both volunteers and seniors needing assistance.
To receive your Faith in Action brochure click here
Alle-Kiski Faith in Action Day of Caring
What our volunteers do for seniors:
All Faith in Action programs have the potential to offer a wide variety of services.
Our Faith in Action can offer the following services, all provided by volunteers:
Appointment Escort Escort seniors that need assistance to medical appointments
Caregiver Relief By volunteering with seniors, you give their primary caregivers time to rest and catch up on their own affairs
Yard Work/Gardening Provide seasonal cleanup for seniors who are less mobile
Errands/Shopping Escort seniors to various places, i.e.: grocery stores, markets, salons and other errands, etc.
Handy Person/Minor Repairs Complete small tasks for seniors that need help
Telephone Reassurance Calls Provide care and comfort through phone conversations
Referral Assistance Connect seniors with other supportive services in the area
Supportive Visits Visit seniors to provide companionship and independence
AKFIA News
February 2, 2010 February AKFIA Happenings
-Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Volunteer Training
9:30am to Noon – Trinity
-Saturday, February 13, 2010
Pancake Breakfast
8:30am to 11:00am - Bethel
-Thursday, February 18, 2010
Winter Gathering/Covered dish Luncheon
Noon to 1:30pm
Entertainment Clover Belles & Beaus – Grace
-Thursday, February 25, 2010
John Pallone’s Health & Wellness Fair
9:00am to 1:00pm – Clarion Hotel
-Thursday, February 25, 2010
Steering Committee Officer’s Meeting
1:30pm to 2:45pm – Bethesda
January 27, 2010 A New Year
As the New Year begins and resolutions are made; please consider giving the gift of service by becoming a volunteer. Alle-Kiski Faith in Action can connect you with a senior neighbor in need.Volunteer opportunities include providing transportation, telephone calls, and supportive home visits.Volunteers are also needed to assist us in creating a safer environment in the homes of older adults in our community by providing home safety checks.Trainings are scheduled regularly; for more information on how you can volunteer to provide this meaningful service please call 724-224-3199.
November 9, 2009 Trinity Health Fair
AKFIA took part in the Trinity United Christian Church Health Fair on Saturday 11/7/09.
Steering Committee Members, Maria Tallarico, Marge Montanari & Frank Baker represented
the program along with Joanne Retter at the Church.
August 7, 2009 AKFIA HOSTS PICNIC
ALLE-KISKI FAITH IN ACTION
SUMMER PICNIC
for clients, volunteers and staff!
Thursday, August 20, 2009
11:30 to 2:00 PM
Bethesda Evangelical Lutheran Church
3084 Leechburg Road, Lower Burrell
RSVP to the office by calling 724-224-3199!
June 23, 2009 Six New Steering Committee Members
Alle-Kiski Faith in Action will welcome 6 new Steering Committee Members on Thursday, July 9, 2009 at their next regular meeting of the Steering Committee @ 1:30 pm at Bethesda Evangelical Lutheran Church in Lower Burrell.
May 13, 2009 Expansion Meetings Set
On Monday May 18, 2009 2 Expansion Meetings are scheduled to take place at New Kensington City Hall from 3 to 4:30 pm and 6 to 7:30 pm. Call 724-224-3199 if you are interested in receiving more information on these meetings.
April 14, 2009 Steering Committee Meeting
The AKFIA Steering Committee will meet on Thursday, April 23, 2009
from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm at Bethesda Evangelical Lutheran Church in Lower Burrell
for its monthly meeting.
April 8, 2009 AKFIA Holds Expansion Meeting
On April 14, 2009
Alle-Kiski Faith in Action
will hold a preliminary meeting
with community leaders from
New Kensington and Arnold
to discuss the Faith in Action
Program and the future of
the program.
February 10, 2009 February 2009 New Volunteer Training
Our next training for new AKFIA volunteers is scheduled for Wednesday, February 25, 2009 from 9:30 a.m. until noon.
The training will take place at our office in Trinity United Christian Church, 3400 Garvers Ferry Road, Lower Burrell.
Please call us if you would like to become a new volunteer and join us for the training.
December 7, 2008 Alle Kiski FIA hits new milestones for service in the community
As the first site established by the United Way of Westmoreland County, Alle Kiski Faith in Action has grown to service scores of clients and built a solid network of volunteers that provide caregiver relief, trips to the hospital or just regular support through out the year. Thanks to the efforts of the steering committee, this program now serves over 100 recipients with a team of 50 volunteers. Our recipients are very grateful as one recent recipient says "Faith in Action is MY family." As always, Alle-Kiski Faith in Action is always looking for new volunteers, recipients of service and community partners. Joanne Retter, program director of AKFIA, says, "Our growth and success depends on the genuine concern for one's neighbor and the great people that live and work in Lower and Upper Burrell."
