MONTICELLO, NY — Sullivan County elected officials join national officials who are increasingly turning to national service as a cost-effective strategy to address local challenges. By unleashing the power of its senior citizens, Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), is making our county a better place to live, especially for our most needy and fragile populations. To spotlight the impact of national service, elected officials across the country participated in the second-annual Elected Officials & County Day of Recognition for National Service on April 7.

Last year, elected officials representing nearly 100 million citizens participated in the inaugural Day of Recognition for National Service. The initiative is being led by the Corporation for National and Community Service.

Activities for RSVP volunteers include organizing neighborhood watch programs; tutoring and mentoring disadvantaged or disabled youth; renovating homes; teaching English to immigrants; assisting victims of natural disasters.