COVID-19 Updates

A Note from Our Staff

Those of us at Carroll County RSVP understand that these are vary uncertain times and that vulnerable members of the community need our help more than ever. We are working to ensure that each volunteer feels safe and supported while some still work every day to help the communities that they live in. We greatly appreciate all of the work that our volunteers and stations are doing to combat hunger and isolation during the spread of the COVID-19 virus. We would also like our clients to know that we are still here to support you in whatever you may need.
On this page you will find information on the symptoms of COVID-19 and what our stations and volunteers are doing to safely help the community around them. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you are in need or would like to help. 
We would also like to thank all of the incredible community members that have chosen to become volunteers! We greatly appreciate the growing support through this pandemic!

Symptoms of COVID-19 

The link above provides anyone with the signs and symptoms to look for if you believe that you have the COVID-19 Virus. Please remember that if you feel that you have some of these symptoms to self-isolate and contact a medical professional.

Volunteer Driver & Passenger Safety Policies

Volunteer drivers are a critical piece of the transportation systems around the country. Many volunteer drivers are now on the front lines and are deemed "essential" for the services they provide. The link above is the policies that RSVP has adopted for the safety of everyone involved in transportation. 

A Thank You For Donations

As an organization that primarily has volunteers transport clients to non-emergency medical appointments, we place the the safety of our clients and volunteers at the top of our list. To ensure this we asked the community to please donate any extra face masks to RSVP to distribute to each volunteer and client. Since advertising this a short time ago we have received over 200 masks from various community members and businesses! A huge thank you to those that have generous taken the time to make and donate masks for our volunteers and vulnerable community members.

Here is a running list of those that have generously donated to RSVP:
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- Sandy Barriault
- Carolyn'Brown
- Kathy Cooper
- Juanita Costello
- Nancy Desjardines
- Carol Edmunds
- Gale's Material Girls
- Kathy & Larry Gallagher
- Barbara Gleason
- Muriel Mitchell
- Patricia Mongeau
- Ragged Mountain Equipment
- Judy Regan
- RSVP Advisory Board
- Jill Sanphy
​- Terri Shedd 

Local Food Pantry Information

The link above provides a current list of active food pantries in Carroll County. Each is listed with a location, point of contact and multiple ways to get in touch with them. Every location is taking every precautionary measure to ensure the safety of of the volunteers and recipients that take home the food. Please contact your local pantry for hours and days of operation.

Steps For A Safe Supply Delivery

The link above has helpful tips for volunteers that are transporting supplies to vulnerable community members.

Volunteers Making Face Masks

Gale's Material Girls and other volunteers are currently making washable face masks for various medical sites in the county that are running low on protective gear. These volunteers have spent many hours presently making dozens of face masks to help local health professionals and volunteer drivers in need.

Locations Currently Being Helped:
  • Mountain view Nursing Home - 100 Face Masks Received
  • Mineral Springs - 100 Face Masks Received & (50+ are currently being assembled)
  • ​Visiting Nurses
  • Merriman House​​

Safety Recommendations - Return to Service

Listed above are the safety procedures put in place to allow various RSVP services to return to work in their community. The link below is the suggested volunteer screening form that all stations should use.

CCRSVP Volunteer Screening Questionnaire

What Our Volunteers Are Doing In Their Communities

  • " I am doing Zoom video calls twice a week with isolated neighbors to practice social distancing, while trying to combat the feeling of loneliness and sadness." - Wolfeboro Volunteer
  • " Asking elderly or isolated neighbors if they need to have supplies picked up for them." - Various Volunteers
  • " Spent the day delivering meals to a dozen community members that were isolated." - Freedom Volunteer
  • " I safely deliver meals to those in need by placing the meals in clear containers outside of the client's door... I am older, but I would still like to help in any way that I can." - Ossipee Volunteer




​Office Number: 603-356-9331
​Mary Seavey, Director: mary.ccrsvp@gmail.com
Doris Dreyer, Office Manager: doris.ccrsvp@gmail.com
Angelica Kitsis, Transportation Coordinator: info.ccrsvp@gmail.com