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Genesee County resident Linda Richter was recently recognized by the New York State Office for the Aging for her nearly three decades of dedicated volunteer service to older adults, children, and families throughout the community.
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Richter was nominated for the statewide recognition by Lisa Wittmeyer of Catholic Charities. Genesee County participated in the statewide nomination process for the first time this year.
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A resident of Basom, Richter began volunteering around 1998, before her retirement. She and her husband, Tim, initially assisted with ushering and ticket sales at Lancaster Opera House. They later volunteered with Meals on Wheels, providing companionship and support to older adults throughout Genesee County.
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Richter joined Genesee County\u2019s Retired and Senior Volunteer Program in 2001. During nearly 25 years with RSVP, part of the AmeriCorps Seniors program, she has contributed 8,381 hours of service through local partner organizations.Her volunteer work has included patient care and fundraising at Crossroads House, supporting Catholic Charities\u2019 Home Visitation Program, and assisting with Lifespan of Greater Rochester\u2019s Financial Management Program. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Linda and Tim Richter also helped bring Dolly Parton\u2019s Imagination Library to the area by establishing a local chapter, expanding access to books for children and families across nearly every school district in the county.
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Richter\u2019s service is defined by her compassion, humility and willingness to help wherever she is needed. Together, Linda and Tim Richter have inspired people locally, regionally and across New York State through their commitment to strengthening the community.
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\u201cDon\u2019t retire from something, retire to something,\u201d Richter said. \u201cYou\u2019ll get more back from volunteering\u2026 you\u2019ve got to do something.\u201d
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Genesee County\u2019s RSVP program connects adults age 55 and older with volunteer opportunities that address local needs while providing meaningful opportunities for connection and service.
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For more information about volunteer opportunities through Genesee County RSVP, contact the Genesee County Office for the Aging at 585-343-1611 or visit geneseeny.gov\/ofa-volunteer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Press release Genesee County resident Linda Richter was recently recognized by the New York State Office for the Aging for her nearly three decades of dedicated volunteer service to older adults, children, and families throughout the community. Richter was nominated for the statewide recognition by Lisa Wittmeyer of Catholic Charities. \u2026<\/p>\n

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