barclay friends staff participates in adopt a highway social impact effort

Social Impact


At Barclay Friends, residents and staff engage in variety of wide-ranging activities that give back to the greater West Chester community. Social change is influenced by volunteering, community service, education and giving.

Together, We Can Do Anything


Together, we identify objectives, resources and strategies to address community needs in collaboration with local organizations to achieve shared goals on issues of healthy aging, nutrition, education and more. This collaborative spirit extends to residents who actively participate in social impact initiatives, fostering an inclusive community for all.

Giving Back Gives Us So Much

An active retirement lifestyle at Barclay Friends means living life to the fullest and having a sense of purpose makes life more enjoyable. Residents and staff regularly volunteer their time and energy for a variety of local organizations and events. Community partners benefit from our service. Residents benefit from a sense of accomplishment and purpose.

  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service
  • The Walk to End Alzheimer’s
  • Brandywine Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) blanket donation
  • Adopt a Highway Program spring and fall clean up
  • Chester County food bank annual donation
  • Home of the Sparrow donation drive to end homelessness for women and children
  • “Intergenerational days” where students and residents read and engage in activities with each other
  • Presentations to area schools about proper nutrition, courtesy of our community dietician
student visit Barclay Friends
Garden produce collect for food pantry as part of social impact efforts

Make a Difference at Barclay Friends


Volunteer programs at Barclay Friends enrich the lives of residents in our independent living and assisted living communities by providing opportunities for older adults to share their talents and realize their full potential. If you have a passion for something, but don’t see it listed above, contact our Volunteer Coordinator at 610-696-5211 ext. 424 for more information.