How the pandemic fueled a retiree's calling to serve his community| RSVP Mary Frances Kresge We have all had to make adjustments. We have all had to make changes. We have all been told to stay home. Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, RSVP, has had to make radical changes in program planning and personal interaction. Suddenly, everything came to a halt. Merle Turitz, Director of RSVP has been able to keep RSVP thriving with alterations and modifications of the programs offered to Monroe County residents. Isolating during COVID caused elders to go from “alone” to “lonely”. Any interaction with friends and family keeps us all energized and engaged.