As a member of WISE & Healthy Aging’s Club WISE program for nearly two years, Bruce Brown enjoys meeting and socializing with other adults 50+. He takes classes, eats lunch at WISE Diner, plays Bingo amongst other activities – and most importantly gets to meet and talk with others who are going through some of the same things he is going through.
By his own admission, Bruce’s interactions with others and seeing the ways that WISE has helped people in varying stages of the aging process, made him want to volunteer doing what he does best: winning people over on the telephone.
“I am fabulous on the telephone,” Bruce said. “In the early 70’s, I moved to northern California and went into the wine business, where I sold wine over the phone. The wineries at the time didn’t believe that people would buy wine without tasting it, but I proved them wrong!”
Currently, Bruce is using his telephone skills to ask for support with donations from local businesses such as restaurants and supermarkets. The donations help the WISE Diner program by giving diners some fun dishes and treats to enjoy!
“I have an affinity for older people, because I know how difficult it can be to do what used to be the simplest of tasks,” said Bruce. “I love what I do here, and I get great satisfaction out of helping others.”
If you are interested in helping others by volunteering at WISE, we would love to hear from you!
