A neighbor’s independence depends on you!

Enriching lives and enhancing living through community caregiving is what Good Shepherd Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers (GSIVC) offers through the use of volunteers. Some examples of our most requested services include transportation to and from medical and non- medical appointments, friendly visits and wellness calls.

Our Mission

The mission of Good Shepherd is to empower seniors and individuals with disabilities to maintain independence in their communities for as long as possible. Good Shepherd provides tailored services and volunteer-based acts of kindness to support this demographic. These complimentary services are funded by the generosity of our donors.

A Local Coalition

GSIVC, a Faith in Action program, is a non-profit, 501(C)3 organization founded in 1990 by a small coalition of churches, individuals, and the Shepherdstown Rotary Club with the goal of creating a stronger, more caring community.

By mobilizing resources and support from faith congregations and the wider community, we reach out to our aging or disabled families in need, filling the gaps left by private and government support services.

Free Support Where Needed

Good Shepherd receives referrals from a diverse range of sources across West Virginia, including churches, Area Councils on Aging, hospitals, medical professionals, caseworkers, Telamon, 211, United Way, Community Network, Physical Therapists, Hospice of the Panhandle, the Veterans Administration, Shepherd University, local schools & staff, and various other nonprofit organizations, businesses, former clients, and their family members.

Who is eligible for the free services provided by the Good Shepherd Caregiver Volunteers?  To avoid duplicating existing support, we assess alternative options upon application and before acceptance to Good Shepherd. If other resources are available, we refer applicants to those agencies and often facilitate connections as necessary.