Chesterfield’s Senior Volunteer Hall of Fame, established in 1982, recognizes seniors who give back to the community. One of the 2025 inductees is Robin Hoerber, a testament to selfless service.
Blind since infancy, Hoerber has dedicated her life to helping others. “I was meant to live for service,” she said. Her career as a rehabilitation teacher for the Virginia Department for the Blind and Visually Impaired spanned 17 years. “I went to people’s homes and met them right where they were,” she recalled.
Hoerber’s commitment extends beyond her professional work. She volunteers at Camp Rainbow Connection each summer through the Virginia United Methodist Church, providing support to adults with cognitive disabilities. This year marks her 23rd year at the camp.
“It’s a mission of mine to help those like me,” she explained. At Mount Pisgah United Methodist Church, she participates in choir and community projects through Rebekah Circle.
Every Friday, Hoerber serves as a Spanish translator at Belmont United Methodist Church’s food pantry. “I’m not perfect, but I put myself out there because then I can learn and improve,” she said.
In addition to local efforts, Hoerber supports national charities through the Lions’ Club. On White Cane Day, she helps raise funds for white canes for blind individuals worldwide.
Despite her busy schedule with various organizations, Hoerber enjoys shopping and dining in Chesterfield during her free time.
This article was written by Emily Waters, a Constituent and Media Services summer intern and rising senior at Virginia Tech.
